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Mandarin Dream

Crooked StaveFruited IPA
ABV: 6%IBU: 15
87
Overall
Aroma
11
Flavor
17
Mouthfeel
3
Appearance
3
Denver, Colorado

What Our Editors Thought

"Dominant citrus-flesh nose; bits of leaf, oily peel, grassy hops. The sip is clunky, with a malt-forward, bitter-citronella body. As that hit wears off, a peppery-orange spicy warmth sets in to brings it back around."

What Our Panel Thought

"Sweet citrus on the nose; earthy wheat. Pleasant citrus, sweet caramel, echoes of vanilla. Hint of residual sweetness fades to a dry, grassy finish. Hops balance well against fruity complexity. Good Creamsicle IPA."

What the Brewers Say

"A delicious spring IPA we’ve paired with Mandarin citrus and citrus-forward hops, with a little kiss of vanilla to create a nice orange-Creamsicle-esque IPA."

Better Than Ever: IPA (August-September 2020)
Review printed in: Better Than Ever: IPA (August-September 2020)
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Date Reviewed: July 17, 2020