The second fresh hop beer we have made this year is a dark IPA, which mixes a subtle chocolaty dark malt character with big citrussy and tropical hop aroma and flavour. With even more fresh hop cones than the white IPA, this beer is resinous and full on the palate but still balances the hop character with bitterness and light roast from the dark malt used, plus a relatively dry finish. The Taiheke hop also added to this beer reinforces the citrussy notes from Nelson Sauvin and amplifies them with an overt sweet orange aroma and flavour. Get in and try both while you can and pick your favourite!
American-Style India Pale Ale
ABV:
6.80%
Sawmill Brewery
Matakana, New Zealand