Bombshell Beer Company does its damage out of Holly Springs, North Carolina. That's the home of their Head Over Hops India Pale Ale, a 6.8% 74 IBU IPA. The beer came in a 12oz. can. It was a cloudy and brassy ale that poured beneath an eggshell head. Another gift from KC, who is a legend of beery generosity.
Murky and resinous to the nose, this beer had some hop stank over top of some boozy sweetness. The flavour was a jumble of different notes: citrus, resin, and even some subtle tropical elements. Not lip-crinklingly bitter, but the 74 IBUs still managed to assert themselves, particularly toward the finish.
A fine IPA with a lot of quality elements, though not quite an elite offering. However, I'd gladly hit this one again at the drop of a hat.
Rating: 8.0 out of 10.
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