BillsFanNC Posted October 10, 2011 Posted October 10, 2011 There is Pliny the Elder and then all the rest. Out of the rest I enjoy Bell's Two Hearted, Bear Republic Racer 5, New Belgium Ranger and Stone IPA.
Kevbeau Posted October 10, 2011 Posted October 10, 2011 Tried the Deschutes Inversion recently, and didn't really care for it. I suppose it was just a little to hoppy for my taste. I'll throw another one out there....Hop Czar Imperial IPA is an outstanding beer. Too Hoppy? Say it ain't so! I will say I did try something once that I felt wa too hoppy. I think it was Hop Wallop or something like that.
SanJosePete Posted October 10, 2011 Posted October 10, 2011 on a crazy IPA kick right now, trying to try them all...have already tried a lot in my years but am revisiting now....post your fave IPA (thats India Pale Ale) for those who are really newbs to the burr world.. Few of my Faves: - Dogfish Head 60 min IPA (and obviously their 120 min) - Stone IPA - Saranac IPA Please divulge! I am a total SLUT for IPA. For you folks in the Bay Area, head down to Morgan Hill (S of San Jose) to El Toro brewery. Gina (the brewmaster) brews DOZENS of his own (including orange cream soda). His best is the DEUCE - a double hopped IPA that's unbeatable. Otherwise, head over to the lower Haight in SF (gotta love the haight!) to Toronado where you can find this, Pliny the Elder, and in rare cases Pliny the YOUNGER on tap. No one mentioned Sierra Nevada's Torpedo - another winner in the same vein as Lagunitas.
PaattMaann Posted October 10, 2011 Author Posted October 10, 2011 Thats one of the things I love about the doubles. I can bring a 6-pack to a more low key affair, drink the equivalent of a 12er and no one is the wiser. And they're absolutely delicious. THIS! a man with my same thought process haha, hide the alcoholism!! haha
Chef Jim Posted October 11, 2011 Posted October 11, 2011 Dogfish Head 90 minute and Lagunitas Hop Stoopid. But my favorite right now is this stuff! At 12% abv it kicks ass. A bit pricey at $16.99 for a four pack but I look at it like drinking a bottle of wine. And it's hard to find that tasty of a wine for under $20.
TPS Posted October 11, 2011 Posted October 11, 2011 Victory's Hop Devil is my favorite IPA. For IIPA, I like Kryptonite, made my a local microbrew Iron Hill. Love that Hop Devil, though when I'm drinking more than 2 pints, I prefer Sierra Nevada or Southern Tier.
Chilly Posted October 11, 2011 Posted October 11, 2011 (edited) Breckenridge 471 Small Batch IPA Edited October 11, 2011 by BlueFire
haus Posted October 11, 2011 Posted October 11, 2011 Commodore Perry from Great Lakes Brewing Company rules all the IPAs. Try it and let me know if you have had better.
BillsFanNC Posted October 11, 2011 Posted October 11, 2011 Commodore Perry from Great Lakes Brewing Company rules all the IPAs. Try it and let me know if you have had better. I've had it and while it's pretty good there are many better examples IMO. Great Lakes Burning River pale ale is definitely way up there on my american pale ale list though.
Robert Paulson Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 Bell's Two Hearted IPA (my favorite) Lagunitas Lil' Sumpin' Wild Ale I prefer the 90 min, but all of the Dogfish IPA's are good Yards 'Cape of Good Hope' IPA Stone's Arrogant Bastard Bell's Two Hearted IPA +1
plenzmd1 Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 I like the Ithaca Flower Power as well, and I think easy to get in Buffalo as well.
Tony P Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 Love Southern Tier IPA and Avery is also pretty darn tasty if you can find it.
muffmonster Posted October 12, 2011 Posted October 12, 2011 Best IPA i've ever had. My friend brings it up from the DC area, I've never seen it in the area. http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/1075/10784
jayg Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 I'll have to recommend my cousins' brewery Evolution Craft Brewing. They have 2 IPAs, Local Harvest & Lot No3 India Pale Ale and a double IPA, Lot No6 Double India Pale Ale that are very good. I don't drink much beer anymore but these are great. They are based in Delaware and you can get them in Maryland, DC and I think they just got into Northern VA.
Andrew in CA Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 (edited) I also like a lot of the West Coast IPA's Bear Rebublic Racer 5 Ballast Point Sculpin Lanquintas(sp) just the regular IPA New Belguim Ranger Avery..just the plain IPA as well as the Maharaj Imperial Troegs Nugget Nectar..I know not a rue IPA but it is one good beer. I like all the ones you listed, but Racer 5 is one of my all-time favorites. Great call. I also enjoy Magic Hat's hI.P.A. (which I can't find out West) and Maui Brewing Co's Big Swell IPA (which is kinda pricey, but worth it if you feel like splurging). Maui Brewing Co also makes a fantastic Coconut Porter. I don't usually like fruit infused beers, but this one has only a tiny hint of coconut, which blends really well with a great porter taste. Edited October 13, 2011 by Andrew in LA
plenzmd1 Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 I'll have to recommend my cousins' brewery Evolution Craft Brewing. They have 2 IPAs, Local Harvest & Lot No3 India Pale Ale and a double IPA, Lot No6 Double India Pale Ale that are very good. I don't drink much beer anymore but these are great. They are based in Delaware and you can get them in Maryland, DC and I think they just got into Northern VA. I have had the Evolution beers only once, and that was on tap at a small bar on the Eastern Shore this summer..the # 6 is what I had..and indeed a very nice beer. I will certainly look for that on Friday, as I will be in DC Friday evening and going beer shopping Saturday morning. BTW, DC is great for beer as they are not a state and not subject to the normal distribution rules..if they don't have it..they can just drive wherever they want and get it!! http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2011/04/06/a-bootleg-up-how-lax-import-regulations-made-d-c-a-craft-beer-haven/
Tony P Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 Gate B-11 at Hartsfield..have almost missed many a plane by getting just one more quick one I never miss the opportunity! I used to forget which concourse until I associated B with BEER . Both the IPA and the the 420 Extra Pale are very good. Oh, and one I haven't seen listed, if you're ever in the Upper Midwest: Summit Extra Pale is solid.
PaattMaann Posted October 13, 2011 Author Posted October 13, 2011 I'll have to recommend my cousins' brewery Evolution Craft Brewing. They have 2 IPAs, Local Harvest & Lot No3 India Pale Ale and a double IPA, Lot No6 Double India Pale Ale that are very good. I don't drink much beer anymore but these are great. They are based in Delaware and you can get them in Maryland, DC and I think they just got into Northern VA. quick question for you/your cousin....has he said anything about having to compete with Delaware's favorite son, Dogfish head?
jayg Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 I have had the Evolution beers only once, and that was on tap at a small bar on the Eastern Shore this summer..the # 6 is what I had..and indeed a very nice beer. I will certainly look for that on Friday, as I will be in DC Friday evening and going beer shopping Saturday morning. BTW, DC is great for beer as they are not a state and not subject to the normal distribution rules..if they don't have it..they can just drive wherever they want and get it!! http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2011/04/06/a-bootleg-up-how-lax-import-regulations-made-d-c-a-craft-beer-haven/ Here's a list of retailers. I haven't been to the brewery yet but plan on doing so in the next few months. When he's (cousin) in Richmond he brings some down or my dad brings some growlers and six packs when he visits. Beer Beer quick question for you/your cousin....has he said anything about having to compete with Delaware's favorite son, Dogfish head? I'll ask. They have only been in business a few years but are already looking to expand(again) as they are at capacity.
The Tomcat Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 (edited) 2 miles from my house... Southern Tier IPA is my favorite...had 2 last night actually. Grab a Pumpking if you find it in the stores. You won't be disappointed. For those in the Western NY Area come down to Lakewood NY and enjoy a pint or two. http://southerntierbrewing.com/index1.html ipa the iso-alpha acid experience IPA stands for India Pale Ale and ours is an American version of the classic style. IPA’s namesake lies in its colonial roots. British soldiers on their way to India drank a lot of beer, but found it would go stale on the long voyages. Meanwhile, brewers knew that by adding more hops the beer would stay fresh. Voila! A new style was born and it is one we are proud to brew. Southern Tier IPA is triple hopped on its journey to your glass for a fully aromatic experience. 7.3% abv • 12.1ºL • India Pale Ale 12 oz (6 pack & 24 bottle case) / 1/2 keg / 1/6 keg Edited October 13, 2011 by The Tomcat
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