Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet

Name: Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet
Brand: Beer
SKU: 64e4e2971603da2e8ec625f8
Rating: 3.62 (38349 reviews)

Black IPA 7 º 80 IBU

Clown Shoes

Celebrate a decade of craft with this foundational Black IPA, a sensory collision of dark roasted complexity and aggressive West Coast hopping. Deep black malts provide a structural base of dark chocolate and light espresso without harshness or acridity. Over this, a pungent trio of Simcoe, Columbus, and Amarillo hops erupts with intense notes of resinous pine, damp earth, and bright citrus zest. This 7% ABV anniversary release maintains the brisk, hop-forward soul of an American IPA while cloaked in shadows, delivering a clean, bitter finish that highlights the interplay between toasted grains and forest-like aromatics.

Appearance. Deep black and opaque, showing dark mahogany highlights when held to light. Features a persistent, creamy tan head with excellent retention and significant lacing.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma dominated by resinous pine and grapefruit peel. Columbus hops contribute a dank, earthy pungency, while a moderate background of toasted bread and light cocoa emerges from the specialty black malts. Clean fermentation profile.

Taste. Initial impression is firmly bitter and hop-forward. Resinous pine and citrus flavors from Simcoe and Amarillo lead the palate, followed by restrained roasted malt flavors of dark chocolate and coffee. The roast is smooth, never ashy, clashing less with the hops than a stout would. Finishes dry and crisp with a lingering, clean bitterness.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture. Moderate carbonation provides a lively lift across the tongue, accompanied by a subtle, well-integrated alcohol warmth.

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