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BlackStack Brewing READING RAINBOW
Imperial IPA 8.2 º
This Double IPA presents a vibrant sensory spectrum powered by an expansive hop profile. Hand-selected Strata and Mosaic lead with punchy passion fruit and berry notes, while Amarillo Cryo and Simcoe provide a bright citrus and pine foundation. Layers of tropical mango from Experimental HBC 586 and apricot from Vista intertwine with the earthy stone fruit character of Idaho 7. At 8.2% ABV, the alcohol is well-integrated, supporting a soft, bready malt backbone that lets the hops shine. It finishes with a clean, firm bitterness that balances the intense fruit aromatics, embodying a modern, multifaceted take on the style.
Appearance. Deep gold to pale orange (approx. 7 SRM). Moderate, creamy off-white head with excellent retention and dense lacing. Features a soft, uniform haze characteristic of modern interpretations.
Aroma. Intense and multi-layered hop bouquet. Prominent notes of tropical passion fruit, blueberry, and mango. Secondary aromas of zesty orange peel, ripe apricot, and a cool resinous pine. Malt is low and neutral, providing a faint cracker-like background. Clean fermentation profile.
Taste. Bold hop-forward impact with flavors of crushed pineapple, citrus zest, and peach. Bitterness is firm and assertive but smooth, lacking harshness. A light, supportive grainy malt sweetness appears mid-palate but quickly gives way to a dry, lingering finish of pine resin and grapefruit pith.
Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, almost creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate. A gentle, pleasant alcohol warmth is present but restrained. No notable astringency from the heavy dry-hopping.
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