Monday, September 1, 2014

Black Hatter IPA Review

New Holland Brewing
Holland, Michigan, USA


Black India Pale Ale
2014 Vintage
5.07% abv
67 IBUs
1pt 6oz bottle
$12.99 a bottle

Appearance: what else? It’s black with a one finger tan head that leaves some lacing on the glass


Aroma: dark roasted grains and aromatic hoppy nose – hint of floral/herbal – seems to be a hint of mineral water

Flavors: nice robust style; the dark roasted notes come through; assertive bittering from the aromatic hops;

Mouthfeel: medium-low carbonation; fine fizzy feel; firm bitterness; roasted notes early, mid, and aftertaste; lingering general bitterness;


To the Point: if you are looking for bold citrus – keep looking; nice aromatic hops with a solid robust style from the roasted grains; when the roasted grains and the aromatic hops work together Black IPAs are pretty good; they are still not a favorite in my book but, I am liking them more and more when I get a good one – and this is a very good Black IPA; 

Hatter Series – Click on the links below - (I'll add the link when posted)

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