This Rye IPA is Dry-Hopped For An Unabashedly Robust Flavor
Rahul Kalvapalle — February 3, 2023 — Lifestyle
References: firestonebeer & newschoolbeer
California-based Firestone Walking Brewing Company has gone ahead and launched 'Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA,' a move that marks a reincarnation of sorts after the original 'Wookey Jack' line was ended years ago.
This particular rye IPA comes in at a strong 8.3 percent ABV, making it a bold offering that is well-suited to seasoned lovers of hoppy and rye-infused brews. The beer makes use of Citra and Amarillo hops that are put through a significant dry-hopping process, making for a beer that has in-your-face dankness, while the inclusion of rye adds a grain-like character.
Whereas the original 'Wookey Jack' is credited with being one of the flag-bearers of the black IPA segment, the reimagined release goes to show that this particular segment of the beer market is alive and well.
Image Credit: Firestone Walking Brewing Company
This particular rye IPA comes in at a strong 8.3 percent ABV, making it a bold offering that is well-suited to seasoned lovers of hoppy and rye-infused brews. The beer makes use of Citra and Amarillo hops that are put through a significant dry-hopping process, making for a beer that has in-your-face dankness, while the inclusion of rye adds a grain-like character.
Whereas the original 'Wookey Jack' is credited with being one of the flag-bearers of the black IPA segment, the reimagined release goes to show that this particular segment of the beer market is alive and well.
Image Credit: Firestone Walking Brewing Company
Trend Themes
1. Rye-infused Ipas - Opportunity to create Rye-Infused IPAs with bold and unique flavor profiles.
2. Dry-hopped Beers - Incorporate dry-hopping techniques to create beers with an intense aroma and flavor profile.
3. Revived Beer Segments - Opportunity to revive discontinued or forgotten beer segments and introduce them to new consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Beer Manufacturing - Craft breweries can produce unique and bold beer styles using rye and dry-hopping techniques.
2. Alcohol Distribution - Distributors can focus on reviving and marketing discontinued beer styles to cater to niche markets.
3. Online Retail - Online retailers can cater to the growing consumer demand for unique and bold beer styles with limited availability.
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