Schell’s Fresh Prints Cold IPA.
6.5% ABV. 60 IBU. August Schell’s Brewing, New Ulm, Minnesota.
A few things occurred to me when this beer was initially released. First, surprise in that August Schell tried out a very new style so quickly. And then, not surprised because this style is a hoppy lager, and lagers are what they do. Finally, more surprise that it became a year round, core brand, flagship, whatever, quite so soon. Now, let’s drink one.
Clouded. Are Cold IPAs supposed to be clouded? Bright yellow. Slim white head.
In the nose: orange, lemon, and... banana? I swear, banana. Is this a Weizen yeast at work? Oddly like banana cream pie. Not much from hops.
In the mouth: here’s where the hops come in. Brief bitterness, citrusy hop flavors, more banana blended with lemon and orange. Just enough bitter to call it IPA. Crisp, clean, smooth, decently drinkable. ...and distinctly odd. I still feel this a weird IPA/ Hefe Weizen mash- up. In any case, it’s sorta not too shabby there.
Our remix of a West Coast Style IPA. Fresh Prints has fresh, bold citrus flavor and tropical fruity aromas, with an icy, clean, cold-fermented finish you expect from a Cold IPA.
Okay, now I’m more confused. There’s little West Coast IPA about this. Maybe they’re trying to continue the Fresh Prince of Bel Air theme?
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