IPA Maximus - Lagunitas Brewing Company

IPA Maximus

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Style: Imperial/Double India Pale Ale

ABV: 8.20%

Season: Year Round

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  • Color: Gold
  • Pours clear with light, yet thick to a point foam. Retention is above average with sticky, sporadic, and thin lacing.

    Aroma is a mix of citrus and pine hops on caramel malt. The overall impression is a nice balance here.

    Taste is hops up front: pine. The middle brings a transition from pine to grapefruit with a bit of caramel for good measure. The finish carries the grapefruit hops with a touch of resin.

    Medium body with about the same carbonation. Dries the mouth while coating a bit with hop oils.

    A nice beer that carries the hops and malts well. Bitterness hight lights the finish but it doesn't over power, lingers slightly. Solid and worth an occasional visit. Enjoy!
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  • Reviewed: Monday, October 10, 2011 at 21:47:33
  • Tasted: Monday, October 10, 2011
  • $1.99 for 12 oz. bottle
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  • $1.99, 1 serving(s), 12 oz. bottles
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