South Jetty IPA
Astoria Brewing Company

This was my first beer at the Wet Dog Café and it was a true pleasure. I’ll leave the full ambiance of the Wet Dog to my beerfly review, but the total atmosphere of an outdoor table on the banks of the Columbia River with trolley cars rolling past and a man inside playing ragtime piano all contributed to making a great beer taste just that much better.

South Jetty IPA is a clouded rusty orange with a compact head that gently recedes. It is dominated by a hemp-like aroma and taste. If you like the flavor of cannabis, you’ll love this beer. It has a very graceful mouthfeel and leaves a broad rim of lace. And the finish is like fine woodwork – rich in detail and craftsmanship.

The aftertaste arrives with a packed suitcase informing you it intends to stay awhile. Let it.