I haven’t been blown away by the rye beers that I have tried, but the addition of rye to this highly hopped IPA added mind-blowing complexities to this fine brew. RYE MALT INFO: Characteristics Rye is a light grain that can be use in a small part of a mash to provide a unique spicy, fruity, refreshing flavor.

Serving Type: 12oz. Bottle
Appearance: Dark red from the rye and possibly some caramel malts. A nice tan

almost brown head with fine bubbles. Moderate carbonation.

Smell: Really nice spiciness from the hops and rye malt, citrusy and floral

hop aromas, and surprisingly not much esters of alcohol.

Taste: Initially the beer was quite hoppy with only moderate balance from the malts.

However, once the beer warmed up a bit an amazing amount of flavors burst out of this

well crafted brew. The hops became more piney than citrus, along with the spicy

components from the rye came some perceived floral notes from the hops.

Also, the malts really balanced out the 90+ IBUs

and have an added appreciation to all the hard work that the brewers at Bear Republic

put into this beer. Lastly, the malts contained: caramel, brown sugar, and biscuit.
Mouthfeel/Drinkability: The mouthfeel of this beer was surprisingly nice and

medium i.e. not syrupy like other double IPAs. While this beer was quite hoppy,

when it warmed up it was really drinkable.
Final: 8/10 a nice hoppy treat. A must try.