IPA Fest in Cyberspace (2021)

ISO: White Quinoa Parmesan Passion Fruit IPA, Oat Watermelon Juicy Jerky IPA and Hazy Rum Raisin Grapefruit IPA

Take out the parm and, um, jerky (?), and I’m curious enough to try all of those. Although the hazy rum raisin might be fine without the grapefruit, and would probably have lactose, so maybe I’ll pass on that...

 

I have been ordering so much dam beer from tired hands and trillium the last couple of weeks my wife will kill me if I order this..but I'm ordering it anyways at least I will die happy drinking a DDH Pliny the elder

 

I'm loving the balance of the fest. Both coasts represented well and a nice ABV spectrum.

I also haven't seen a hint of lactose and or fruit. That's the best part

 

Todd,

Thanks for taking the time to respond, for putting the event together, and for doing what you guys have done to promote craft beer over the years. Your efforts have been integral to the growth of the American craft beer movement and of overall beer appreciation.

By no means do I mean to be ungrateful or a downer here. I just thought we might see some more variations of the IPA, ie (historic example, British, Brett, Belgian-style, Triple IPA, coffee-infused or experimental, or something more exclusive from Lawson, etc).

Admittedly, I am overly hostile at this point to the monolithic direction of the industry and the over-hyped, soda-esque, "hop-slop" that comes to represent most NEIPAs, as well as the incessant--desperate for attention--use of nonsensical adjuncts, and the virtual dismissal of continental Belgian/German/Czech/English classics, and/or downgrading of reliably available brews from people more interested in winning imaginary medals than understanding beer.

If you need any help in the future setting up some brew schedules with breweries (roughly one batch for a 10bbl system?) lemme know as I'm sure there are some breweries in upstate NY that would relish the opportunity to be highlighted in such a Fest.

Cheers!

-Colin

 

I understand the logistics and availablity of it all but would have loved to see Lawson's give us the double or triple sunshine. These beer are phenomenal!!!!!! They are a must try if you ever get a chance to try the Little Sip not so much. Lawson's is one of my favorite breweries and if you get a chance to visit the brewery you won't be disappointed.

Thanks Todd for these tasting. In for a bi-monthly virtual tasting. Your doing a great job!!!!!!!!!

 

Oh, all right Todd - I'm in. (And looking forward to it!)

 

Will there be any other shirts available with the cartoon logo besides the muscle tank?

 

Hello,

I did not receive a link for the video feed for the IPA Fest. How can I gain access?

Thanks,

Mike

 

It was great to meet everyone!

 

Wait, I didn't meet you yet. Welcome to the BA site. Hang around as much as you'd like.

 

I would love to see more diversity at your events! We've only participated in virtual events, but I was disappointed that the IPA fest was moderated by two men and included conversations with male brewers.