Boston Beer Links    |     Our Cities   

Parker

Smuttynose – Big A IPA

November 13, 2009 by Parker  
Filed under Ales, Beer Reviews  View Comments

Smuttynose – Big A IPA

smuttynose-big-a-ipaTHE POUR:
Almost zero head retention, yet nice lacy white covering remains on the beer throughout session.

THE AROMA:
Piney, weed aroma with a splash of citrus. The alcohol is very apparent.

THE TASTE:
Thick mouthfeel with quick orange malts that are quickly replaced by spicy hops. Pine remains on the roof of your mouth, as your palate is coated with an alcoholic grapefruit flavor. Flavor remains minutes after sip.

THE DECISION:
Very robust, yet smooth IPA.  A bit more malts then expected for an IPA, but the smooth and piney hops make it quite the pleasurable experience.

THE GRADE: A-

Read reviews for Smuttynose Big A IPA on BeerAdvocate

Related Articles from Beers in Boston:

» Legacy Brewing Co: Hoptimus Prime
» Introducing..Clown Shoes Black IPA
» Solid Pale out of Plymouth
» Hello, Mr. Cranberry Ale
» Sebago Brewing Company - Slick Nick Winter Ale
  • http://www.facebook.com/christopher.r.parker Chris Parker

    This is a great IPA

blog comments powered by Disqus