The 'Sticky Crystals' IPA Offers a Punchy Combination Of Fruit and Hops
Rahul Kalvapalle — February 2, 2023 — Lifestyle
References: sycamorebrew & americancraftbeer
Charlotte-based Sycamore Brewing has launched a reimagined version of 'Sticky Crystals,' with this delightfully hazy IPA now benefiting from the inclusion of American Sabro hops as well as pungent varieties from New Zealand to give it an unabashedly hop-heavy profile.
However, what's great about 'Sticky Crystals' is that this isn't merely an exercise in heavy-handed hops, but is in fact a beer that borrows from the tropical, juicy and floral to provide a complex and satisfying drinking experience. In fact, this particular hazy IPA promises clear tangerine, grapefruit and mango notes upfront followed by delicate floral notes that are interspersed with the character of peaches and apricot, with subtle hints of coconut and mint rounding out the taste.
Coming in at just over 7% ABV, this hazy IPA promises a punchy and memorable drinking experience.
Image Credit: Sycamore Brewing
However, what's great about 'Sticky Crystals' is that this isn't merely an exercise in heavy-handed hops, but is in fact a beer that borrows from the tropical, juicy and floral to provide a complex and satisfying drinking experience. In fact, this particular hazy IPA promises clear tangerine, grapefruit and mango notes upfront followed by delicate floral notes that are interspersed with the character of peaches and apricot, with subtle hints of coconut and mint rounding out the taste.
Coming in at just over 7% ABV, this hazy IPA promises a punchy and memorable drinking experience.
Image Credit: Sycamore Brewing
Trend Themes
1. Hazy IPA Revamp - Craft breweries are reimagining their hazy IPAs for a more complex drinking experience featuring unique hop combinations.
2. Fruit-forward Beers - Breweries are incorporating fruit flavors into their beers, such as tangerine, grapefruit, and mango, for a unique and tropical twist.
3. Hop-heavy Ipas - American and New Zealand hops are being used to create unabashedly hop-heavy profiles in IPAs.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Brewing - Craft breweries are constantly innovating and revamping classic beers to create new flavor profiles and satisfy customer demands for unique experiences.
2. Fruit Production - As more breweries incorporate fruit flavors into their beers, the demand for high-quality and unique fruits, such as tangerines and mangoes, may increase.
3. Hop Farming - The use of new and unique hop varieties in craft beer production may create opportunities for hop farmers to grow and sell these varieties to breweries.
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