Pipeworks – Crimson Snapper – Chicago, Illinois, USA

9.5%

IPA with Citra, Blood Orange and Honey

Rate Beer – 100 Overall / 99 Style

I shared Pipeworks  Crimson Snapper with friends whilst listening to records, but could have happily done the bomber bottle on my own!

Big bold orange colour and soft carbonation. A well hidden ABV and a rich honey texture. A taste of blood orange with balanced honey, not overly bitter, but with Citra hops cutting through to make this beer incredibly moreish. 

It’s true that some hop flavour can die off in transporting American Hoppy beer, if this has happened it does not take anything away from the beer.

And as for the ridiculous blurb on the bottle, you’ll have to come in and read that for yourself!

Pipeworks’ Emerald Grouper is on order and due to arrive at the shop in a couple of weeks. If Crimson Snapper is anything to go by I am very excited to try it.

Matt P