There are many things that I forget the details of, but it seems that where I get my beer from is not one of them. Though this beer was evaluated many, many months ago I immediately remembered the Carlins bringing it over with them when coming to hang out poolside for the afternoon. As far as what I had for lunch yesterday . . . give me a minute.
As a slight side note, I think that I have pinpointed the range of time that the beer review photos were lost from. If I am correct, I should be back to posting all reviews with pictures in the relative near future.
Now for the review without photos for the week . . .
Brewery: Anderson Valley Brewing Co. (Boonville, CA)
Name: Hop Ottin’ IPA
Style: American IPA
ABV: 7.00%
Tasting Notes: Stored in the fridge and served in a pint glass.
Aroma: Full, floral hoppy aroma with some slight malty sweetness in the background.
Appearance: Medium copper color with a slight orange tint. One finger, cream color head that has good retention and leaves some trail. Very clear with tiny rising bubbles visible.
Flavor: Medium to high hop flavor (floral with some piney character) with a medium to high level of bitterness (though not harsh). The malt flavor is very low, but it seems to be enough to balance out and support the hop levels. Some dryness at the finish.
Mouthfeel: Medium body with a fairly high level of carbonation that gives a slight bite and lends some sharpness. Pretty smooth.
Overall Impressions: Good, clean drinking IPA that is certainly very hoppy, but not at all overwhelmingly so. Quite crisp (and refreshing really) to the point where enjoying a few at a time would be no problem (actually desired).
Grade: B to B+
Just look for the labels that have a bear with antlers on them (yes that’s correct) and you will be in the right area to find this one.
Have you tried their Summer Solstice Cream?
I had it at a restaurant in Harrisonburg, VA about a month ago and the finish tastes EXACTLY like cream soda. If you like cream soda, you’ll love it. If not, well, I guess you’ll miss out
But I can’t find it to buy here in my corner of VA!
I have! I feel better hearing you say that because I told everyone that it tasted like cream soda too . . . unlike any other beer I have tried to date. I did not think I liked cream soda much before that, but the beer was pretty good. With it almost being August now I wonder if it is still on the shelves anywhere?