This is an almost one-dimensional hop monster that still sees Maris Otter put up a good fight in an attempt for malt balance. But it’s really all about the hops, both bittering hops and aroma hops. Familiar American hop character dominates at every level. Promised Land is a very difficult beer to pair with food, but it can be done (with assertive flavors). Despite its light color, please suggest it to be tasted last when possible as the hop compounds will obscure other beer flavors later in the same tasting session
Imperial or Double India Pale Ale
ABV:
10.50%
Magnolia Brewing Company
San Francisco, California