Luponic Distortion: Revolution No. 001
Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
- From:
- Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
- California, United States
- Style:
- American IPA
- ABV:
- 5.9%
- Score:
- 91
- Avg:
- 4.07 | pDev: 6.88%
- Ratings:
- | reviews: 219
- Status:
- Retired
- Rated:
- Jan 06, 2026
- Added:
- Feb 19, 2016
- Wants:
- 32
- Gots:
- 294
SCORE
91
Outstanding
91
Outstanding
An ever-evolving mix of experimental hops, designed to deliver mind-blowing flavors that break the rules with each new release. The unique revolution number on the label tells you which release you have in hand. Crack fresh and enjoy the show.
Luponic Distortion Revolution No. 001 features a blend of six different hop cultivars from the 2015 harvest, with an emphasis on a zesty tropical fruit-driven experimental hop to create something entirely unique. A wheat malt base provides a clean canvas for showcasing a pure hop character. Aromas of pineapple, papaya and citrus creamsicle explode out of the glass. Resinous undertones yield to flavors of candied mango, red grapefruit zest and fresh green tea, all dissipating quickly into a clean, dry finish.
Luponic Distortion is best if enjoyed within 90 days of its bottling date.
Luponic Distortion Revolution No. 001 features a blend of six different hop cultivars from the 2015 harvest, with an emphasis on a zesty tropical fruit-driven experimental hop to create something entirely unique. A wheat malt base provides a clean canvas for showcasing a pure hop character. Aromas of pineapple, papaya and citrus creamsicle explode out of the glass. Resinous undertones yield to flavors of candied mango, red grapefruit zest and fresh green tea, all dissipating quickly into a clean, dry finish.
Luponic Distortion is best if enjoyed within 90 days of its bottling date.
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Ratings by SpectrePLUS:
Rated by SpectrePLUS from Virginia
3.88/5 rDev -4.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
Oct 06, 2019
3.88/5 rDev -4.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
Oct 06, 2019
More User Ratings:
Reviewed by blueshawk69 from Kansas
4/5 rDev -1.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4/5 rDev -1.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
(review from April 2017) Very flavorful, citrusy when fresh, not so much after a year. Still good though. Nice 'stage 2' introductory ipa for those about-to-become-hopheads
Jan 06, 2026
Reviewed by ramseye4 from Virginia
3.99/5 rDev -2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
3.99/5 rDev -2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
Thin looking golden color with decent head. Aroma is earthy pine, golden grains. Muted berry. Tastes strongly of pine, with faint sweetness. Earthy. Simple. Feel is standard. Overall this is a very natural
Tasting forest bomb
Nov 02, 2025Tasting forest bomb
Rated by ttoadee from Texas
4.15/5 rDev +2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
4.15/5 rDev +2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
RB transfer
Sep 23, 2025
Rated by kotocar from California
4.41/5 rDev +8.4%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
4.41/5 rDev +8.4%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Unique.
Mar 20, 2024
Rated by JasonQKing from Texas
4.25/5 rDev +4.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 4
4.25/5 rDev +4.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 4
Nice floral scent. Lychee goodness
May 15, 2020
Reviewed by mikeg67 from New Jersey
3.8/5 rDev -6.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
3.8/5 rDev -6.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
12 oz can. Pours golden with tall, long lasting, fluffy white head. Aroma is of citrusy hops, bready malt and lemon. Body is medium and crisp. Herbal hops dominate the palate with bready malt and tropical fruit in the background. Finish is long and dry. Good brew.
Mar 30, 2020
Reviewed by GuyFawkes from Illinois
3.74/5 rDev -8.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
3.74/5 rDev -8.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Canned 2/16/16; drank 3/16/16 @ the Yarchives.
See-through pale orange appearance.
A rough pour yielded a big, fluffy white head; nice frothy lace.
Pine, mango & honey notes in the nose.
Medium mouthfeel.
Pine & sweet mango flavors up front; honey notes on the finish.
Dry yet sweet; pretty good but too pine-y for me to fall for.
May 06, 2019See-through pale orange appearance.
A rough pour yielded a big, fluffy white head; nice frothy lace.
Pine, mango & honey notes in the nose.
Medium mouthfeel.
Pine & sweet mango flavors up front; honey notes on the finish.
Dry yet sweet; pretty good but too pine-y for me to fall for.
Rated by Oh_Dark_Star from Washington
4.02/5 rDev -1.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4.02/5 rDev -1.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Top half of the 7 Luponics I've had. Not incredible - stopped buying these.
May 03, 2019
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