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McLeod's Brewery Celtic Warrior Double IPA
Imperial IPA 8 º
This Double IPA presents a bold sensory experience led by a trio of powerhouse hops: Citra, Idaho 7, and Nectaron. The aroma and palate erupt with high-intensity notes of tangerine and tropical pineapple, balanced by a supportive malt backbone that provides structure without cloying sweetness. Despite its 8% ABV, the beer remains remarkably drinkable, showcasing a clean fermentation profile and a smooth, rounded bitterness that lingers pleasantly. The interplay between the resinous hop depth and the bright citrus fruit creates a complex profile that honors the modern interpretation of the style while maintaining a refined, dry finish.
Appearance. Pours a deep gold to light orange-copper (7-10 SRM) with a moderate-sized, creamy white head that exhibits excellent persistence and leaves intricate lacing. Clarity is good, though a very faint, chill-induced haze may be present.
Aroma. Intense hop aroma dominated by bright citrus and tropical fruit. Prominent notes of tangerine and pineapple are supported by secondary hints of resinous pine and stone fruit from the Nectaron. The malt profile is clean, supportive, and slightly grainy-sweet, while the fermentation is neutral with a very light, smooth alcohol note.
Taste. The initial impression is an explosion of tropical fruit and citrus hop flavors, mirroring the aroma with vivid tangerine and pineapple. Malt flavor is low to medium, providing a soft, bready foundation that tempers the moderately high bitterness. The bitterness is firm but rounded, lacking any harshness. The finish is medium-dry with a lingering, clean hoppy aftertaste and a touch of fruit esters.
Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, velvety texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a lively scrub on the palate. A restrained, smooth alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated, with no hop-derived astringency or harshness.
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Mcleods Celtic Warrior Double IPA 440ml
Not long after releasing this double IPA, it made fast fans! Loaded with Citra, Idaho 7 and Nectaron ... a soft malt cushion with rounded lingering bitterness. Watch out, though! It's deceptively easy-drinking. 8% ABV ...
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Not long after releasing this double IPA, it made fast fans! Loaded with Citra, Idaho 7 and Nectaron, it's all about the tangerine-pineapple flavour and aroma. This goliath of a beer is layered on a soft malt cushion with rounded lingering bitterness. Watch out, though! It's deceptively easy-drinking. 8% ABV
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