Salden's Brewery Old-School Double IPA

Name: Salden's Brewery Old-School Double IPA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6421a72a1603dad793defc5b
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.96 (4825 reviews)

Imperial IPA 8.5 º 100 IBU

Salden's Brewery

This Old-School Double IPA delivers a powerful punch of classic Pacific Northwest hop character. Intensely resinous and piney, the aromatic profile is dominated by grapefruit peel and forest floor notes, likely driven by Centennial and Chinook hops. Beneath the aggressive hop canopy lies a subtle, clean malt backbone of light caramel and toasted grain. The palate is defined by a firm, assertive bitterness that cuts through the 8.5% ABV, finishing remarkably dry with a lingering pithy aftertaste. It is a bold, uncompromising Double IPA that emphasizes hop saturation and classic resin over modern tropical sweetness, capturing the heart of the style.

Appearance. Deep gold to clear light copper with excellent clarity. It produces a moderate-sized, persistent, off-white head that leaves significant lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring heavy pine, spruce, and dank resinous notes. Secondary aromas of grapefruit zest and orange oil are present. Low, supportive malt character provides a hint of biscuit and light caramel, while alcohol is noticeable but clean.

Taste. Assertive hop-forward flavors of resin, pine needles, and bitter citrus pith. The malt character is clean and unobtrusive, offering a slight bready sweetness that is quickly overtaken by a high, firm bitterness. The finish is dry, emphasizing a clean alcohol warmth and a long, bitter, hoppy aftertaste without harshness.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, slightly oily texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a lively scrub on the tongue. A noticeable but smooth and restrained alcohol warmth is present, reflecting its strength.

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