Newport Storm Brewery Rhode Trip IPA (Galaxy Hops)

Beer Name: Rhode Trip
Brewery: Newport Storm Brewery (Newport, RI)
ABV: 6.3%
How sold: 16 oz tallboy cans; on draft
Where bought: Bellevue Wine & Spirits (Newport, RI)
Price: $12.83 for 4-pack of 16 oz tallboy cans.

Date Purchased: August 27, 2017
Date Opened: September 17, 2017
When brewed? Probably a rotating beer.
IBU: 20

What's on the Can: "ENJOY THE TRIP. Like the road trip itself this beer is about the journey as much as the destination. Each time we brew this hazy IPA we choose a new hop to feature in all its glory. Thanks for coming along for the trip."

What's on the Website: "This hazy, unfiltered IPA is bursting with juicy hop flavors! Your mouth waters from aromas of pineapple and tropical fruit, while the addition of Oats gives this beer a soft mouth-feel. Each time they brew this beer, they will choose a new hop to feature. This one features galaxy hops, which provide a gentle citrus flavor!" Read more here!

Where distributed: Unknown; but likely distributes just within Rhode Island or the general vicinity.

REVIEW:

Appearance (5%): Poured a hazy peach to light burnt orange into a pint glass. Unfiltered. White head; good lacing. 4.5/5

Smell (25%): Tons of tropical orange-tangerine citrus and pineapple; some dank. 4.5/5

Taste (40%): Tropical dank to start, then a burst of orange-citrus aftertaste. For Oregonians, think Block 15 Sticky Hands but with a New England-style IPA citrus aftertaste. Extremely pleasing. 4.75/5

Mouthfeel (10%): Medium-bodied, good carbonation. Fairly juicy, some dry tongue. Bitterness kept in check. 4.25/5

Overall (20%): An outstanding IPA. While on my New England trip, I wanted to bring home a few local beers (especially the New England-style IPA) that can only be found there. While exploring Rhode Island, I stopped at this liquor store across the street from the International Tennis Hall of Fame and bought the entire 4-pack without first tasting it (otherwise, I generally get 1-2 cans if possible). To my delight, it was a damn good decision. Reasonable price for the 4-pack. I may need to schedule more New England trips in the future, at this rate. 4.5/5

Final Weighted Rating: 4.575/5