An Austinite's Quest to Find the Best Hoppy Beer in Austin
Stash IPA
Stats:
Brewery: Independence Brewing Co.
IBU: 100
ABV: 7%
Hops: Columbus, Cascade, Nugget, Galaxy
Kettle Additions - 7
Color: Deep, hazy orange/amber
Appearance - 5
I'm not gonna lie, this beer ain't all that pretty to look at, but how much does that REALLY matter? Great tight fluffy head at least (that's what she said).
Aroma - 8
Holy hops Batman! This beer definitely leaves no hop behind with it's floral and very dank aromas. The Columbus variety really shines here.
Hop Usage - 8
Four different varieties, 7 additions? Recipe for disaster for some, recipe for success for Independence.
Overall Flavor - 16
For 100 IBU, this beer isn't all that bitter. Sure the aromas will knock your nose out with a West coast roundhouse, but it's a very drinkable IPA. Grab yourself a Stash!
Total - 37
Total - 37
