12 Sep 2009

Marin IPA

Author: Sudz | Filed under: Beer Reviews


Name: Marin IPA

Brewery: Marin Brewing

Overall Rating: A

Style: India Pale Ale

Serving Style:22oz bomber

ABV: 6.8%

Price: $5.50 per 220z bomber

Aroma: Floral hoppy boquet, hints of malts

Appearance: Amber gold glow, filtered, creamy off white head, beautiful head retention, good lace coating down the glass.

Flavor: hop blast balanced with malts, refreshing finish with lingering hop flavors.

Mouthfeel: Medium body, nice finish with a touch of lingering bitterness. Slight bit of warmth at the end.

Enjoyability: If you enjoy an IPA, this is one that is a must on your list. This brew has won numerous awards for a reason.

Awards:
“Best of the West” Gold 2000, 2002, Silver – 1998,99,2001,2005
“Cal State Fair” – Gold ’99,01,03, Silver – ’97,00,02,04, Bronze ’98, 05
“World Beer Championships” – Silver 98, 00, 02, 03
“Great American Beer Festival” – Gold 97, Silver 99

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