Third Space Brewing – Upward Spiral

Third Space Brewing – Upward Spiral

India Pale Ale
Brewed in: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2015 BJCP Style: 21A – American IPA
ABV: 6.5%
IBU: 71
Can
Tasting on: 9/8/17
Glass: Craft Pint

Aroma: Overtones of strong grapefruit and moderate floral hops. Undertones of minor pine and minor spicy hops. 10/10

Appearance: Hazy, yellow to gold. Bright white head with good retention and fine to large bubbles. 8.5/10

Flavor: Moderate-high hop bitterness in the beginning followed by high hop bitterness and minor lemon in the middle. Moderate-high hop bitterness with moderate grapefruit and a hint of malt sweetness in the end. Lingering hop bitterness and minor malt in the aftertaste. 18.5/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body, moderate carbonation, no alcohol. 8.5/10

Overall Impression: Looks like a New England IPA, tastes like a West Coast IPA, brewed in the Midwest. 47/50

Final Score: 93% = A-