Did a surf check this afternoon. Water's in the mid-40s. Bit cold for me. I don't do hoods well. Chest to shoulder swell. Winds outta the west 'bout 10-15 mph. Mid-tide going out. Somewhat clean. Nice. Just stood there taking in the salt air. Listened to the waves crash as each lip split and kissed the surface exploding into mini-bombs of spray. The west wind kicked up a plume from the barrel's back that fanned the sun's rays into a rainbow of color. Missing the water. Really missing the Ride. The Stoke of the Ride. Whatever.
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Couple of IPAs this evening. A 22 oz. bomber of Solemn Oath's Ravaged By Vikings, an American Double IPA, and Boulevard's Pop-Up, a milder session IPA.
SOB's Ravaged By Vikings measured in at 8% ABV which made the bomber a strong starter. Very strong pine and grapefruit in the aroma and the 99 IBUs just beat you over the head with hops. Prime time, dude. I like it! Fresh, lightly bitter taste with a slight sweetness in the back. Brought this one back with us from Chi-town where SOB simply dominates the small craft beer peeps. Hazy red-orange hue with less than one finger head. Thin lacing. I rated this an A.
If ya want a smooth IPA without the usual alcohol content, Pop-Up is on point. Pours a honey gold with a thick, white two finger head. Light, hazy, effervescense, thin body. Floral aromas with tastes of citus. 40.5 IBUs give it a subtle spiciness and a nice refreshing finish. At 4.2% ABV this would make for a good post surf IPA. B+ rating.
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