White IPA With Yuzu, a Belgian IPA by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Kiuchi Brewery

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White IPA with Yuzu is a Belgian IPA that’s collaboratively brewed by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Kiuchi Brewery. For the purposes of this craft beer review, the ale was served in an IPA glass from a bottle.

Appearance

Clarity is curiously high for the style as it pours a crystal-clear gold. The ale is capped by a thick head of dense, white foam that holds firm for quite some time. Sticky lace and a soapy ring of residue cling to the glass.

Aroma

Belgian yeast dominates the nose but its musty aroma is brightened with a citrus scent from yuzu fruit.

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Flavor

Wouldn’t have guessed this beer only has 20 IBUs as its taste is more bitter than expected. A quartet of hops drives the palate with an earthy and herbal bite. Yuzu picks up from there turning its flavor sweet and sour. Finishes with a lingering bite of lemon; subtly spiced with coriander. A touch of nutmeg flavors a yeasty, cracker wheat base.

Mouthfeel

Dry mouthfeel has a medium body and moderate carbonation.

Overall

Using yuzu in a Belgian IPA is a nice twist on the style. Part of the Sierra Nevada Beer Camp Across the World, this brew wasn’t my favorite of the pack, but it was satisfactory.

This craft beer review was posted on by David Keith.

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