Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – 2015 Beer Camp Hoppy Lager

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – 2015 Beer Camp Hoppy Lager

Hoppy Lager
ABV: 7%
IBU: 55
Bottle
Bottled on: 1/20/15
Tasting on: 2/22/15
Glass: Pilsner

Aroma: Overtones of earthy and spicy hops. Undertones of lager yeast and dank and floral hops.  9/10

Appearance: Gold body with excellent clarity. Pale white head with good retention. 9.5/10

Flavor: Hints of sweetness in the beginning lead into a clean, dry middle. Moderate hop bitterness shows up at the end, followed by a crisp and clean lager finish in the aftertaste, with some spicy hops lingering.   18.5/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body with moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 9/10

Overall Impression: A pleasant and complex hop profile that complements the clean, dry malt without feeling overdone or out-of-place. 46.5/50

Final Score: 93%