Sunday, August 13, 2023

578. Deschutes Brewery (Bend, OR) - Squeezy Rider West Coast IPA

“Chill out with this juicy refresher that’s packed with heaps of hops to bring torrential tides of tropical flavor and a dab of dankness. Big tropical fruit punch aroma, light dank, and melon paired with clean, light malt character. Hop and yeast-driven fruity sweetness balanced with a bitterness that is laid back, leaving you care-less about IBU’s."

Um. Orange up front while it’s cold, and then papaya up front as it warms. The finish isn’t quite bitter, but it does kind of linger on the palate. If they had not said they were shooting for West Coast-style, I would not have guessed it. It ain’t bad, but it ain’t quite what they’re selling, either.

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