Rhyme X Reason Brewery – Cranking Fine

Rhyme X Reason Brewery – Cranking Fine

IPA
Brewed in: Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand
2015 BJCP Style: 21A – American IPA
ABV: 5.2%
Bottle
Best By Date: 12/24/20
Tasting on: 1/12/20
Glass: Tulip

Aroma: Overtones of moderate-high kiwi. Undertones of grapefruit and cantaloupe. 9.5/10

Appearance: Hazy, amber to gold. White head with large-fine bubbles and good retention. 8.5/10

Flavor: Moderate hop bitterness in the beginning continues into a dry and clean middle with light melon and lemon along with low light-toasted malt character. Melon character increases slightly in the end and then gives way to moderate grapefruit in the aftertaste. 18.5/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body. Moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8.5/10

Overall Impression: Pleasant balance of moderate hop bitterness and New Zealand and American hop character. 45.5/50

Final Score: 91% B+