No Middle Ground IPA, an American IPA by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

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No Middle Ground IPA is an American IPA brewed by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., and for the purposes of this craft beer review, the ale was served in an IPA glass from a bottle.

Appearance

The IPA pours a cloudy burnt orange that is topped by a thick stack of rocky off-white foam. The head shows fair retention and leaves behind a soapy collar and a spittle of lace on the glass.

Aroma

The aroma wafts coffee beans and floral hops.

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Flavor

Tart orange leads the palate and recedes to a base of toasted bread. The finish is punched with a juicy bite of grapefruit and is followed by cold-brewed coffee flavor.

Mouthfeel

Its feel is smooth on the draw and picks up a slight grain on the backend. Medium body and matching carbonation.

Overall

Its appearance and feel are fine but the aroma and palate are fantastic. The fusion between coffee and hops is sublime. They really blend so beautifully together. No Middle Ground IPA is only available in variety packs but goes a long way towards making that purchase worthwhile.

Recommended Pairings

Sierra Nevada recommends the following food pairings with their No Middle Ground IPA: buttermilk pancakes topped with fresh berries, Norwegian gjetost, and glazed German chocolate donuts.

This craft beer review was posted on by David Keith.

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About Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Founded in 1980 by Ken Grossman and Paul Camusi in Chico, California, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is one of America’s largest and one of its premier craft breweries. Sierra Nevada is highly regarded for using only the finest quality ingredients. The brewery is famous for its extensive line of beers including their classic Pale Ale, Sidecar Orange Pale Ale, Torpedo, Tropical Torpedo, Hop Hunter IPA, Nooner Pilsner, Otra Vez, Kellerweis, Porter, Stout and a host of seasonal, specialty and limited release beers. The pioneering spirit that launched Sierra Nevada now spans both coasts with breweries in Chico and in Mills River, North Carolina. Read More

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