An increase in hops does not necessarily equate to proportional increase in IBU; the solubility of alpha and iso-alpha acids into a water solution is not a linear correlation to pounds used. You risk running into highly vegetal character that doesn’t fit with the style. For this reason, ...
How Much ABV Does a New England IPA Have? Just because it’s fruity and juicy, doesn’t mean NEIPAs are low in alcohol. In fact, a NEIPA has a higher ABV (alcohol by volume) than a regular IPA. The ABV of NEIPAs typically ranges from 6% to 9% ABV. Quite a shocker, right? T...
IBU:40 Availability:Rotating availability @untappdsays:4.14/5 Are you ready for Samoa great beer on the Windowsill? If there’s somethingSouthern Tier Brewing Companydoes well, it’s dessert beers. That’s what their Blackwater series is all about. From barrel-aged ales with fruit to thick ...
For an Abbey ale, always go with a chalice/goblet glass. Does it matter? Hell yes, it does. A normal glass might seem fine. But that’s how you would normally feel if you’ve never tried drinking an Abbey or Trappist beer from a chalice glass. Why does it matter, you ask? For s...
Another important difference is the hoppy presence in a Maibock. Traditional Bocks don’t have a hoppy presence at all. Not to mention,a Maibock will have a higher IBUthan a traditional Bock too. What Does Maibock Mean? To understand what a Maibock means, here’s a quick breakdown of ...