Brewery: Melvin Brewing (Alpine, Wyoming)Style: Double IPA (DIPA)ABV: 9.9%IBU: 100 Melvin Brewing has built a reputation for crafting hop-forward, bold, and often irreverent beers, and 2x4 Double IPA is no exception. This beer has achieved near legendary status in the world of hoppy brews, having won multiple awards, including back to back gold medals at the Great American … [Read more...] about Melvin Brewing 2×4 Double IPA Review
West Coast IPA
Surly Brewing Axe Man IPA Review
Surly Brewing Co. (Minneapolis, Minnesota) has a reputation for pushing the boundaries of craft beer, and Axe Man IPA is no exception. Originally named Todd the Axe Man and brewed as a collaboration with Amager Bryghus in Denmark, this West Coast style IPA stands out in Surly’s lineup for its bold hop character and crisp drinkability. It has developed a strong following, … [Read more...] about Surly Brewing Axe Man IPA Review
Classic West Coast IPA Recipe and Brewing Instructions
How to Brew Your Own IPA at Home Style: American IPABatch Size: 5 gallons (19 liters)Boil Time: 60 minutesEfficiency: 75%Estimated ABV: 6.5%IBU: 60SRM (Color): 7-10 Ingredients Malt Bill (Grains) 10 lbs (4.5 kg) American 2-Row Pale Malt1 lb (0.45 kg) Caramel/Crystal 40L0.5 lb (0.23 kg) Munich Malt Hop Schedule (For Bittering, Flavor, and Aroma) Bittering: 1 … [Read more...] about Classic West Coast IPA Recipe and Brewing Instructions
Uinta Brewing Detour Double IPA Review
Uinta Brewing’s Detour Double IPA is a bold, hop-forward ale that caters to those who appreciate high intensity flavors balanced with drinkability. Brewed in Salt Lake City, Utah, Detour DIPA is one Uinta's flagship big hopped offerings, boasting a robust ABV of 9.5% and 96 IBUs, making it a strong yet approachable double IPA. Appearance (4.5/5)Detour pours a deep, slightly … [Read more...] about Uinta Brewing Detour Double IPA Review
Logboat Brewing Rocket Shark Vista Flyer IPA Review
Logboat Brewing Co., based in Columbia, Missouri, has carved out a reputation for crafting approachable yet innovative beers, and their Rocket Shark Vista Flyer IPA is no exception. This West Coast style IPA is a nod to the classic hop-forward brews that defined the craft beer revolution, but with a touch of Logboat's signature creativity. Let’s dive into what makes this beer … [Read more...] about Logboat Brewing Rocket Shark Vista Flyer IPA Review
Lagunitas Beast of Both Worlds IPA Review
Lagunitas Brewing Company, (Chicago, Illinois), known for its bold and innovative approach to craft beer, has once again pushed boundaries with its Beast of Both Worlds IPA. This limited release offering is a hybrid of West Coast and East Coast IPA styles, aiming to bridge the gap between the crisp, hop-forward bitterness of the former and the juicy, hazy smoothness of the … [Read more...] about Lagunitas Beast of Both Worlds IPA Review