Hello beer lovers and welcome to another edition of the
NorCal Beer Blog's brew review.
Tonight’s featured beer is Anderson Valley Brewing Company
Heelch O'Hops Double IPA. I have always credited Anderson Valley Brewing
Company and their Boont Amber for getting me into craft beers many, many years
ago and I always look forward to tasting (and reviewing) their new offerings.
From the Anderson Valley Brewing Company website: “Robust.
Brewed with a “heelch” (that means “a lot” in Boontling) of Columbus,
Chinook, and Cascade hops, our double IPA has a palate pleasing bitterness
that is artfully balanced with a full-bodied malt foundation. With a deep
color of polished brass and a nose that sings of pink grapefruit and
redwood needles, the rich biscuit-like malt flavors are intertwined with
hints of vanilla, mangos, and peppercorns leading to a deep, warming
finish.”
Let’s get started!
Appearance: Pours
clear amber with a large off-white head and excellent lacing.
Aroma: Citrus,
tropical and pine hop scents with caramel, bready/biscuit malts in the mix.
Taste: Following the
nose with grapefruit and citrus hops leading the way, pine hops, biscuit and
caramel malts to provide a nice backdrop for the hop bitterness.
Overall: Always
impressed with this brewery and Anderson Valley Brewing Company Heelch O'Hops
Double IPA did not disappoint. This 8.7%
ABV gem is easy to drink and balanced. I highly recommend this to fans of the
style. You’ll probably get hooked!
Cheers!
Mark Harvey
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