I’ve been keeping up with my BeerRiot recommendations and when I saw that Yankee Spirits had Hop Rod Rye from Bear Republic, I had to pick up a bottle (it was my top recommended beer). The beer pours a dark amber-brown color, much darker than an IPA’s normal color, with a nice thick head. It smells of hops, but it’s not a strong smell. From the name, I think it’s safe to assume that it’s brewed with rye (perhaps that’s why it’s so dark). The flavor is nice. It’s not too hoppy, but the hops are there. There’s a nice malt balance and the rye, while not strong, is noticed. It’s very drinkable, and at 8% ABV, it’s on the high side for a standard IPA. I didn’t notice the alcohol at all and I drank the entire bomber myself. It was a good recommendation, though I wouldn’t say it’s my favorite beer.
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