Hoppy attended the 4th Annual Tipton On Tap Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest last Saturday. While there, he enjoyed sampling the following ales:
Sinister Goat Brewing Reign In Blood New England Blood Orange IPA – 7.8% ABV.
Northbrook Brewing West Coast IPA – 7% ABV, 90 IBU.
Lost Hollow Beer Cheeky Scouser EPA – Described as having a caramel and malt sweetness with a hoppy aroma and finish. 5% ABV, 40 IBU.
Elm Street Brewing Citranot American IPA – Described as featuring loads of Citra, Citra Cryo and Ekuanot hops! Loads of oats round out the mouthfeel. 6.8% ABV, 52 IBU.
Triton Brewing Rail Splitter American IPA – Their flagship beer, and a true example of the style, it is a fresh golden brew with noticeable citrus and floral aromas balanced on a nice malty backbone with a dry finish. 7% ABV, 70 IBU.
Primeval Brewing French Kiss French Farmhouse Ale – Described as an amber colored ale with rich toasty, caramel malt flavors. The traditional French artisanal yeast strain produces a dry, spicy and floral finish. It was stored cold for three months to achieve the smooth character of this very unique beer! 7.7% ABV, 28 IBU.
Big Lug Brewing Topanga Pale Ale – Described as a citrus pale ale that’s crisp and refreshing with a nice hoppy finish. 6.2% ABV, 40 IBU.
Pax Verum Stray Thoughts New England IPA – A New England IPA series which revolves around elements of harmony within the disorder.
Photos from the event follow: