Monk In Public
Joyride Brewing Company

Bought from Beer Drop in a 32 ounce crowler. Untappd has only 17 ratings Monk and 4 this month. All of which is a shame because this is a surprisingly nice tripel. Surprising because Joyride's portfolio seems standardized to the typical American palate, of which the tripel is not because its yeast is hard to maintain (particularly at a Mile High.)

But my two after-tennis buddies and I really enjoyed Monk. On a beautiful early March Spring day of 68 degrees when it is really still winter in Chicago, Monk hit the spot. A nice Spring buzz, however premature. Beware the Ides of March.

Monk has sufficient foam, but could use more active protein swirls if it is to perform like a classic. Smells are a nice fruit medley and a few spices including Peppa. Tastes follow closely, but I was surprised to read there is 30 IBU as the bitter hops are not that noticeable. Cleansing and quenching and full in the mouth.

As for my micro-review... I never cease to be amazed at Denver's ability to grow micros. Joyride is in its eighth year and has hit almost 11,000 uniques on UnTappd and seems mostly to be a taproom over looking a lake for people to hang in a low-scale urban setting. Not much to distinguish Joyride from other Denver joints. But the crowds still keep coming in. Now that's beer culture ! Thanks Beer Drop.