Monkish Brewing Co. In My Head

Name: Monkish Brewing Co. In My Head
Brand: Beer
SKU: 69d4cbaa1603da835780677a
Rating: 4.41 (1654 reviews)

NEIPA - New England IPA 10.4 º

Monkish Brewing Co.

This Double IPA from Monkish presents an intense sensory experience driven by a massive dry-hop profile of Mosaic, Galaxy, and Rakau. The aroma is a saturating blast of tropical passionfruit and ripe stone fruit, underscored by the signature blueberry and earthy berry notes of Mosaic. On the palate, the Rakau provides distinct apricot and peach flavors that meld with a bright, citrusy Galaxy character. Despite the 10.4% ABV, the beer maintains a smooth, clean malt profile that avoids heavy sweetness. A firm bitterness balances the lush fruit character, leading to a lingering, resinous finish with a well-integrated, sophisticated alcohol warmth.

Appearance. 4–7 SRM. Deep gold to light orange; opaque with a heavy haze. Massive, creamy, white head with excellent retention and thick, persistent lacing.

Aroma. Intense hop aroma featuring heavy tropical fruit (passionfruit, mango), stone fruit (apricot, peach), and distinct berry. Background notes of citrus zest and light pine resin. Malt is low and neutral, providing a soft, doughy foundation. Fermentation is clean with very light fruity esters.

Taste. Dominant hop flavors of ripe tropical fruit and stone fruit mirroring the aroma. High bitterness that is firm and persistent but smooth, never harsh. Malt character is supportive and soft, providing a clean, grainy backbone. The finish is medium-dry with a long, resinous, and intensely fruity aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a creamy, velvety texture. Carbonation is moderate. A noticeable but smooth alcohol warmth is present, reflecting the high ABV without being solventy or hot.

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