Monday, September 5, 2011

Sierra Nevada Torpedo: Review


Extra IPA
7.2% abv
65 IBU
12oz bottle
$1.49 a bottle (only got one)
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Chico, California, USA

Appearance: amber body with a fine white head

Aroma: decent hops on the nose, pine and citrus, touch of sweet grains.  Not very strong and this can mislead you for the taste is big time.

Flavors: oh this baby is delicious, the hops hit me first with a burst of pine and grapefruit and there is a touch of this sweet herbal and/or grainy note – I just can’t put my finger on it.  There is a floral note swirling around as well.  Peppery finish.  This is a nice hoppy IPA.  Balanced No.  It is on the hoppy side of the scale.    

Mouthfeel: the hops seem to not only linger but expand on the aftertaste.  The aftertaste gets fatter on the tongue.  It like swells.  There is a solid peppery finish. 

My Strength Rating: 8.5 – solid pine and white grapefruit bitterness with a firm peppery finish. 

To the Point: this is one tasty IPA

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