Beer pick of the week: Brooklyn East India Pale Ale
June 10th, 2008 by Jeff Holland in Drink
Brooklyn East India Pale Ale
Brooklyn Brewery
Brooklyn, NY
6.8% ABV
Billed as an English-style IPA, Brooklyn’s offering is more of an homage than a replica of the style to which American brewers have taken such a shine. The 6.8 percent ABV pushes the range of English versions of the style, and the use of Willamette, Centennial, and Amarillo hops from the United States gives it a stronger citric presence than is typical in English examples. Still, Kent Golding and Northdown hops from England are utilized as well, imparting a delicate floral aroma and clean hop taste. East Anglia pale malts add a solid underpinning of classic biscuity malt flavor (in the English sense of a dry cookie more than fluffy, yeasty bread). The medium body and lively carbonation give it a pleasant mouthfeel, and the balance of fruitiness from the malt and moderate hop bitterness in the finish is truly refreshing. A good choice to keep in the fridge this summer for grilling and entertaining.
(Photo by Jeff Holland)
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