Carton Brewing (September 2016)

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  1. MacMalt

    MacMalt Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,322) Jan 28, 2015 New Jersey
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    I picked up a couple 4's of EGOIPA today. It was as dank as advertised but it's a lot sweeter and maltier than I anticipated. It reminds me of Founders Devil Dancer and DFH 90 Minute IPA. It's similar to a Barleywine. In fact, I intend to save a couple of cans to see how it ages. The 10% ABV is not very noticeable at first - although it catches up to you. Overall, a great DIPA.
     
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  2. SammyJaxxxx

    SammyJaxxxx Initiate (0) Feb 23, 2012 New Jersey

    I'm not sure what to think after your comments.
    I love 90 minute and don't like Devil Dancer at all. When you say sweeter I think Hopslam which I'm not a big fan of.
    I'm looking forward to trying this tomorrow. In @augiecarton We trust.
     
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  3. MacMalt

    MacMalt Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,322) Jan 28, 2015 New Jersey
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    It's sort of hard to describe. I was expecting less sweetness and more bitterness. But that's not a criticism - I like it a lot. Another pleasing aspect is the mouth feel. It's fuller-bodied than most IPA's I drink. That's another reason for my comparison to a Barleywine. I'm interested in your thoughts/review.
     
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  4. kthoag

    kthoag Initiate (0) May 21, 2012 New York

    Stupid hair and polka dot tie?
     
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  5. HopBomb515

    HopBomb515 Pooh-Bah (2,277) Jun 15, 2013 New Jersey
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    I noticed they dropped it to two 4 packs. This may run out before I can grab one.
     
  6. jaymeisprime

    jaymeisprime Initiate (0) Nov 30, 2014 New Jersey

    i saw they dropped it yesterday but there was plenty when i grabbed my two at 5
     
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  7. jaymeisprime

    jaymeisprime Initiate (0) Nov 30, 2014 New Jersey

    a fuller 90 minute is actually a really good comparison imo
     
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  8. Fahmie25

    Fahmie25 Initiate (0) Jan 2, 2008 New York

    Picked up a couple packs last night. Said that they probably would've ran out mid session had they not dropped limits. Supposedly people were very angry they couldn't get a case :rolling_eyes:
     
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  9. LFC_YNWA

    LFC_YNWA Zealot (570) May 31, 2014 New Jersey

    If you guys head up today and could give an update that would be much appreciated. I'll prob head up around 330ish if there are still cans
     
  10. DrStiffington

    DrStiffington Grand Pooh-Bah (3,740) Oct 27, 2010 New Jersey
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    Plenty of Ego. Some Rub. 2 cases of Boat left.
     
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  11. M-Fox24

    M-Fox24 Grand Pooh-Bah (3,941) Mar 17, 2013 New Jersey
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    @DrStiffington is correct; plenty of Ego. There estimation was that it will probably last untill next weekend, but not through it.
     
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  12. SammyJaxxxx

    SammyJaxxxx Initiate (0) Feb 23, 2012 New Jersey

    My first sip was oh no this is too sweet for me. But the more I drank the more I "got it." To me, it seems like an update of an "old style" IPA. (does that make sense at all) 90 minute is a good reference. It also reminds me of elements of the Flower Power of a few years ago before the recipe was changed.
    I find it a little boozy but it offsets the sweetness nicely. There are quite a few fruity top notes and I swear I get a hint of strawberry. Its ten percent and I can taste it. But it is also crushable. A dangerous combo.

    For me this started off as Uh oh better call my brother and tell him not to pick me up some more. Half way through that had changed to "he better get there tomorrow I could use a couple more of these."
     
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  13. beertoro

    beertoro Initiate (0) Nov 16, 2015 New Jersey

    I'm taking an EGO with me to the Giants game today. It will do quite well.
     
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  14. MacMalt

    MacMalt Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,322) Jan 28, 2015 New Jersey
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    Enjoy! I'm heading up the Parkway later today and may stop in for some more, as well.
     
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  15. llerrafnad

    llerrafnad Initiate (0) Apr 14, 2016 New York

    I would love to see IDIPA in cans again soon. Never had the chance to snag some. How does it compare to Odub?
     
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  16. DrStiffington

    DrStiffington Grand Pooh-Bah (3,740) Oct 27, 2010 New Jersey
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    IDIPA was very dank, as described. A unique beer for sure. I enjoyed it a lot and my brother-in-law couldn't get enough of it. It would do well as a year round Carton IPA since they don't have one.
     
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  17. M-Fox24

    M-Fox24 Grand Pooh-Bah (3,941) Mar 17, 2013 New Jersey
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    Leaving the integrity of a stout intact here:

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  18. kthoag

    kthoag Initiate (0) May 21, 2012 New York

    There's also a Beach Beer collar floating around
     
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  19. mcb4538

    mcb4538 Zealot (561) Jul 12, 2007 New Jersey

    Hope it all went well. That swim got pretty bonkers, plus none of the forecasted clouds showed up. Good time though. Cheers!
     
  20. augiecarton

    augiecarton Initiate (0) Oct 22, 2010 New Jersey

    short swim stunk, doesn't count... run was hot, tortuously hot, but there is always something right?
     
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