Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA

Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA. Firestone Walker Brewing Company, Paso Robles, CA. 7% ABV, 70 IBU.

Well, here's a beer I'm trying for the first time, it seems. Something tells me I must have tried it at least once, somewhere, some when. And sure enough, I have, at a tasting once. But here is my first time with a can to myself, ready to take notes.

Clear, bright golden, slimm-ish, chalk white head, leaving a little lace.

In the nose: floral, citrus-y, delightful and lovely. So very nice.

In the mouth: Bitterness and juicy hop flavor blasts the palate first. Starts slightly fruity and sweet, then turns dry. Light bodied, and deliciously drinkable. Bright, crisp, beautiful. Fresh, hoppy, tasty, yes. This is exactly how I want an IPA to be.

Welcome to Minnesota, FWBC!

This aggressively hopped West Coast IPA showcases stunning pineapple, citrus and piney aromas along with exceptional dry hop flavors of grapefruit and tangerine. This intense brew finds its balance in honey-like pale malt sweetness. The name Union Jack is a nod to the colonial origins of the IPA style, and to the British expatriate who co­‐founded our brewery.

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