Hopsurdity
Wayward Owl Brewing Co.

 

 

Can says it's a "west coast hazy double ipa" which is a confusing misnomer. BA lists it as 7.9% abv, but my can says 7.1... Confusion continues upon drinking. Relatively sweet, strong fruitiness (peach, papaya, passionfruit in that order), decent amount of malt, medium bitterness for an ipa, not very hazy at all, hops do leave a nice resinous tingle on tongue. While it's somewhat balanced and interesting and drinkable, it's neither cohesive nor delicious. I would not call this "over hopped" or "absurd" as the can boasts, but I would say it's one of the better beers I've tried from Wayward Owl.

 

Draught @ Brewery: This one pours a fairly clear orangish amber color. There was a decent sized off white head that left some lacing. Nice nose. Lots of fruits and malts. Just a bit sweet and bitter at the same time. Nicely balanced.