You & Me & Beer Makes Three
The thing about failing the Advanced Cicerone the first time is I at least knew what to expect the second, third and fourth time. With a 75 on tasting (the minimum passing tasting score) and 78 overall (two points short), I felt confident that I could do it. It was just a matter of time. … Read more
Double IPA, sometimes called DIPA or Imperial IPA, is a strong ale with IPA characteristics, but with higher alcohol content, more complex flavors, and increased hop bitterness and flavor. It is a modern style, born of the innovation of the American craft beer movement. You know us Americans, we’ve always got to make everything bigger … Read more
It’s August 1st, aka, IPA day! IPA, or India Pale Ale, is best known as a hoppy, bitter beer. While that’s not always the case, it’s definitely one of the most hop-forward styles. The Brewers Association site tells us American-style IPA was the most popular style at the 2012 Great America Beer Fest (GABF) with … Read more
