The Only Way I like My IPA
Last night, Huck and I went to the Bx Beer Depot for another beer class. This week was IPAs. I’m not a fan of IPAs. To bitter for my virgin beer palate. I like IPAs in small doses though, so the small samples of each beer was a perfect amount.
The night started with Hop Jelly. I’m not sure how Sally made it but I plan to ask for the recipe next time I see her.
Huck loves IPAs. The more bitter the beer the better!
Cory went over some information about Hops and the History of the IPA. IPA= Indian Pale Ale. He asked if everyone knew the history, and I actually did (Years of listening to Huck ramble about beer stuff paid off). England was shipping Pale Ale beer to Indian but it was spoiling during the voyage, so they started adding more hops because hops are used as a preservative. And that’s how IPAs were born! Super interesting right?? ** Sorry I was miss informed or “did not understand”! Hops do not increase alcohol in beer. “Beer with more hops usually have higher alcohol levels because it requires more sugar to balance the bitterness” Thanks Greg:)
Great Divide’s Rumble tasted and smelled horrible. I thought it was just me. Everyone said it smelled like DMS (Dimethyl Sulfide or canned corn smell and flavor… Ewww) After trying this one, I’m glad we missed the Off Flavors Class 2 weeks ago.
I enjoy the class. I have not interest in becoming a beer judge, but I like learning about the different flavors and different styles of beer.
Now I’m off to use the paint supplies I bought yesterday. I told Huck our house was going to be decorated with crappy paintings
What is your favorite style of beer?
