Tuesday 24 July 2012

Hops and Robbers IPA

Brewed by the Double Trouble Brewing Co., operating out of the Wellington Brewing Co.'s facility in Guelph, Ontario, Hops and Robbers IPA is a snazzy little brew. I had a pint on tap at a trendy Toronto cafe--according to the menu, there is 5.7% alcohol, and the Double Trouble website tells me that it hits 50 on the IBU scale.

Hops and Robbers arrived a faintly cloudy brass colour, topped with a moderate layer of eggshell head. It had only light carbonation and an aroma that was both floral and citrus-y. The flavour goes sweet to bitter, kicking off with notes of caramel and stone fruit and then easing into a burly bitter finish.

Hops and Robbers is bitter, without being overpowering.  In my opinion, it's more of an English style IPA than a West Coast style. Very interesting new Ontario craft brew; one well worth seeking out.

Rating: 8.0 out of 10.

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