Saugatuck Singapore IPA: Review

India Pale Ale

Saugatuck Brewing Company

Douglas, Michigan, USA

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7% abv

72 IBU’s

$9.99 a six pack

On the bottle: “Named after the legendary Lake Michigan ghost town.”

Appearance: clear golden body with a two finger white head that leaves lots on lacing on the glass.

Aroma: herbal hops with a nice touch of citrus on the nose and a fresh biscuit note.

Flavors: white grapefruit citrus rind, nice peppery feel,

Mouthfeel: low-moderate carbonation, white grapefruit like bitterness, very dry

To the Point: rather simple, citrus front and center not much else, if you want a simple white grapefruit like IPA this is for you.  

Pier Cove Porter: Review

Saugatuck Brewing Company

Douglas, Michigan, USA

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6% abv

36 IBU’s

Appearance: dark cola like color with a good tan head that leaves some decent lacing on the glass.

Aroma: sweet roasted grains, little smoky, dark bitter chocolate note,

Flavors: roasted grains, touch of dark chocolate with dark roasted coffee bean, on the finish there is a sea grass and citrus rind bitterness – it is not strong, when you think about what it is it’s strange but when you don’t think about it – it is just bitter. 

Mouthfeel: low-moderate carbonation, malts on the delivery and hops on the finish, lingering roasted grains and hoppy bitter notes.

To the Point: to me there is something missing – maybe a creamy porter texture could do it.  If you like a porter with a moderate bitter bite on the finish – this is for you.  I enjoyed it.  A decent porter.