As noted in the previous post, I bought a growler of Dorado yesterday. This is one of the better double IPAs I've tasted. I had the growler over two nights, and the picture is from tonight. There was more foam last night. The color is a rich copper, and it has a full-bodied flavor. It is (obviously) big on hops, but it's well balanced with plenty of malt. The balance extends to the alcohol, which is present, but not as prominent as other DIPAs. This version of Dorado seemed heavier, with less of the crisp hop bite than I remember. Ballast Point has not brewed this beer in some time (nearly a year?) due to the high price of hops. It brewed a large batch this time, so in addition to its growler fills, it is offering 22 oz bombers at select stores. If you like hops, you'll love this beer.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Dorado Growler
As noted in the previous post, I bought a growler of Dorado yesterday. This is one of the better double IPAs I've tasted. I had the growler over two nights, and the picture is from tonight. There was more foam last night. The color is a rich copper, and it has a full-bodied flavor. It is (obviously) big on hops, but it's well balanced with plenty of malt. The balance extends to the alcohol, which is present, but not as prominent as other DIPAs. This version of Dorado seemed heavier, with less of the crisp hop bite than I remember. Ballast Point has not brewed this beer in some time (nearly a year?) due to the high price of hops. It brewed a large batch this time, so in addition to its growler fills, it is offering 22 oz bombers at select stores. If you like hops, you'll love this beer.
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Everyone was thinking that it would have been nice to have you over for our recent day of tasting with SOB Steve. I see you commented on his post. Is there some way to contact you for events like this in the future when we need another experienced drinker to bounce opinions back and forth?
I have the same username on BA. Send a BM if you're up for it.
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