![]() On the nose, you’ll find notes of ripe grapefruit, juicy guava, and resinous pine. It’s supposed to be enjoyed fresh and is made in very limited quantities so that it sells out quickly. It’s not a beer that spends any time on a shelf and that’s a good thing according to the folks at Russian River. ![]() One of the most sought-after beers in America, Russian River Pliny the Elder is brewed using Simcoe, CTZ, Centennial, and Amarillo hops. Check ten of our favorite Double IPAs below - click the prices if all your scrolling and reading leaves you thirsty! Russian River Pliny the Elder Russian RiverĪverage Price: $7.99 for a 16-ounce bottle The higher alcohol content keeps you warm on those still-pretty-chilly spring afternoons and evenings and the fresh hop flavor reminds you that summer isn’t far off. This bold, potent beer style is perfectly suited for spring drinking for a variety of reasons. It will be hoppy in both aroma and flavor and contain considerably more malt than regular IPAs. What we do know is that if you crack open a double IPA it will probably fall between 7-9% alcohol by volume and be loaded with vibrant, crisp hops. Exactly which beers fit the bill is open to interpretation. ![]() The definition of a double ( also known as the “imperial”) IPA is a bit tricky. But don’t sleep on the very bitter, deeply resinous Double IPA, either. Crisp, slightly floral, and dank-bitter West Coast and hazy, juicy, fruity, New England-style IPAs tend to dominate the market. Stop into a random craft brewery and you might not find a Kölsch or bock, but you’ll always find one IPA. We can’t say it enough, but the IPA is (and likely always will be) the most popular craft beer variety in the US.
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