This came highly recommended by “puertorebrew” and I’ve got loads of respect for his beer palate. This import from Hawaii was amber in color. On the nose, first impression, balanced, good intensity, malted grain, flowers, grapefruit, caramel, nicely layered. On the palate, medium intensity, medium alcohol, caramel apple, framed by flowery hops, more sweet than bitter, with a good finish. Expensive six pack, but packed with flavor.
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Maui Brewing Co Big Swell IPA
Maui Brewing Co. Big Swell IPA
A new trend in craft beer which has taken entirely too long to catch on is canning. The benefits include cost of manufacturing, elimination of light damage, reducing the risk of oxidation, and maybe best of all, you can drink them on the beach hassle-free! This brewery is making a tasty 6.2% ABV IPA which isn’t cheap but is totally worth the extra quiche. It has a great balance of bitter and floral hops good for all occasions. Maybe the rarest ingredient in beer crafting today, this beer is made with aloha. Enjoy.