Shakopee Brew Hall Fine, Whatever New England IPA.
7.6 % ABV, 44 IBU, Shakopee Brew Hall, Shakopee, MN.
And now we will drink the most indifferently named beer of all time. "Fine, Whatever"...yeah, that's going to get me excited. Trying it anyway.
Mostly cloudy, bright golden hue, long-lasting ivory head.
In the nose: hoppy, fruity, citric, fuzzy.
In the mouth: Citrus notes first, orange and grapefruit, with tropical tones coming in soon after, pineapple, passionfruit. Starts sweet & fruity, ends on a dry note. Moderately bitter, medium bodied, long, hoppy finish.
I wonder if the "don't care" attitude in the name reflects the feelings of the brewers and their intention in making this beer. It really comes across as a half-assed try at a NE/hazy IPA. They're not truly attempting to make a great one here, or even a good one. If you're a real fan of that style, I can't recommend this to you. If you prefer a beer that fails in that regard, yet strains toward a traditional IPA, like me, then it's okay.
Fine, whatever...a brewer's lament to follow the phase or the craze. With the array of hops used this IPA is bursting with citrus flavor and aroma. Don’t let “IPA” fool you, while loaded with hops, this is a smooth pour - easy for conversation or dismissing a thought…fine, whatever.
Ah, ha, now, we get it.
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