Not that we need an excuse, but since August 7th is IPA Day (it's a thing!) we'll be celebrating with one or two of these excellent beers.
Firestone Walker Union Jack
One of the best American IPA's brewed today. West coast style featuring a unique double dry hopping process using classic hops like Cascade, Centennial and Chinook throughout the brewing process for pronounced bitterness - then adding Amarillo, Simcoa and Citra during dry hopping to accentuate the citrusy hops aroma. This beer deserves all of the accolades!
Green Flash West Coast IPA
One of the pioneers of the West Coast style IPA, the 2014 release is a Double IPA clocking in at 8.1% ABV. The addition of Citra hops and an extended dry hopping process accentuate the citrus punch.
Great Divide Hercules Double IPA
This resinous hop bomb is balanced by a strong malt foundation and subtle alcohol sweetness. A go-to DIPA.
Surly/Three Floyds/Real Ale Blakkr Imperial Black IPA
One of our favorite collaboration beers of the year, the piney hops are perfectly complimented by the roasty char of the malts and the slightly sweet alcohol. It's a Black IPA worth tracking down - if you're lucky enough to live where any of these breweries are distributing.
Lagunitas IPA
Lagunitas was the first to make an IPA their flagship beer, and has been delivering the refreshing, balanced brew since 1995.
Thornbridge Jaipur IPA
Brewed in England using American hops, this beer shows the full circle the IPA has come from England to the US and back.
Founders All Day IPA
Love the taste of hops but want an easier-drinking beer? With a lower alcohol content, Session IPAs like this one are a great pick.
Sierra Nevada Norther Hemisphere IPA
Northern Hemisphere was the first wet hop ale and it inspired the wet hop craze in America. Check for this beer in September after the hop harvest.
LeftHand 400 pound Monkey
An earthy, malt-forward British style IPA. Best consumed after resting a few minutes at room temp as a publican would serve it.
Brooklyn East India Pale Ale
Inspired by the original East India Pale Ales brewed in England in the early 1800’s for the troops in India.