Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale 2007
by admin on Jan.21, 2008, under ale, american india pale ale, beer, india pale ale, pale ale
Appearance: Deep clear copper with a dense cream-coloured head that displays excellent retention.
Nose: Grapefruit and lemon hop aroma. Lots of hops.
Taste: Subdued malt, spicy pine and citrus hops. A bit of grass in the finish. Lingering hop presence. Some fruity esters.
Mouthfeel: Full, creamy body.
Overall: Excellent IPA. Enough alcohol to be warming on a winter night, but not so much as to be overpowering. The balance is tipped slightly towards the hops, but there's a modicum of restraint that's nice to see from the brewer.
