Four Peaks Brewing Company in Tempe, Arizona
I recently received a growler of the Hop Knot IPA from Four Peaks Brewing Company, and although it had traveled from Arizona to Montana via growler, it seemed to have held it freshness and flavor well. It is named for the four different types of hops used in its brewing process. Each variety is added separately at four different times. It wasn’t as strong as I had originally hoped it to be, but it was certainly full flavored, yet mild enough to drink all afternoon.
The Hop Knot poured a light amber with an inch thick, off-white head. It was very carbonated, surprisingly so, as it had traveled for days. The IPA gave off a sweet, citrus aroma with hints of pine, and tasted just as one would expect from the nose. It started sweet, and the citrus smell quickly translated into grapefruit on the palate, with a good bitter finish.
Overall, I found the Hop Knot IPA to be a good IPA with some different characteristics than I’m used to here in Montana. The citrus nature of it was a little overwhelming at first, but after a few sips, I became accustomed to it and found the rest of the growler to be refreshing and well balanced. I’m not sure if Four Peaks bottles this brew or not, but I’m excited for my next trip to Arizona, so I can experience some of their Hop Knot from the tap.
Victory Brewing Company in Downington, Pennsylvania
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