Sierra Nevada 40th Hoppy Anniversary Ale.6 % ABV, 65 IBU.
Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA.
Mostly clear, bright golden hue, large and lasting pure white head.
In the nose: Beautiful, bold citrusy and floral aromatics. Fresh and lively.
In the mouth: Nice hoppy buzz hits the palate, and spreads a brief blitz of bitter joy. Lemon and pine, orange rind and grapefruit galore. Just the right blend going on. Malt is light, a tight cracker-y snap, with a little bit of juice. Lean, clean, and deliciously hoppy. Ends on a tidy dry note. Tasty and exceptionally drinkable.
Rather than celebrate this landmark anniversary with something large, strange, or ponderous, Sierra Nevada chose to go with a variation on the sort of pale ales and IPAs that have made them popular lo these past four decades. And there's nothing wrong with that. Good IPA and you surly can drink it.
Hop-forward beers weren’t popular when we started brewing in 1980. But we loved them, and knew that if we were going to open a brewery, we’d better make something distinctive. It’s been 40 years since then, and we’re still brewing what we love. This beer showcases the bold flavors and aromas of a classic West Coast IPA: intense pine and citrus with a deep gold color and slight caramel sweetness. Here’s to following your passion, and to the next 40 years.
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