El Segundo Brewing - 14th Anniversary West Coast IPA
Celebrate over a decade of West Coast IPA mastery with El Segundo Brewing's special 14th Anniversary West Coast IPA. As pioneers of the Southern California craft beer scene, El Segundo Brewing consistently delivers bright, hop-forward, and exceptionally clean IPAs. This limited-edition anniversary beer is a testament to their enduring dedication to the style that put them on the map, a quintessential West Coast IPA brewed for true hopheads and fans of classic California craft beer.
The 14th Anniversary IPA is generously hopped with a potent blend of Strata, Citra, Citra Dynaboost, Amarillo, Columbus Cryo, and Simcoe hops, ensuring an explosion of aromas and flavors that are both familiar and excitingly fresh.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: A vibrant and pungent aroma bursts forth with classic pine, dank resin, and zesty grapefruit, underscored by layers of tropical fruit (passionfruit, berry from Strata) and a hint of spicy citrus from the various hop additions.
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Flavor: Bold and assertive hop bitterness takes center stage, delivering a symphony of citrus peel, fresh pine, and a pleasant, lingering resinous quality. The malt profile is clean and lean, allowing the complex hop character to shine through, complemented by subtle notes of tropical fruit and a touch of stone fruit. The bitterness is prominent but exquisitely balanced, leading to a remarkably drinkable and crisp IPA.
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Mouthfeel: Medium-bodied, exceptionally crisp, and dry, with a brisk carbonation that elevates the hop experience and provides a refreshing, clean finish.
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Finish: Long, intensely bitter, and satisfyingly dry, with lingering echoes of pine sap, grapefruit zest, and a touch of tropical fruit, leaving the palate clean and ready for the next sip.
For those who cherish the bold, clear, and unadulterated hoppy goodness of a true West Coast IPA, El Segundo Brewing's 14th Anniversary IPA is an essential pour. Join us in celebrating 14 years of exceptional brewing and experience why this anniversary release solidifies their position as a cornerstone of IPA brewing in Southern California. Don't miss this vibrant and highly sought-after limited release craft beer.
