According to the copy on the six pack, Lagunitas Brewing Company brewed
their first batch of Lagunitas Sucks Brown Shugga' Substitute Ale in
2010 when they were unable to brew their BrownSugga. Since that time,
Sucks has become what the 12oz bottle refers to as an "un-limited
release". It's a hefty double IPA--8% and 63.21 IBUs (which is as
specific as I've ever seen). Sucks comes all the way from Petaluma,
California.
It's a clear and brassy ale that pours
with an eggshell head. It's nose is both sweet and sticky, with a
considerable resinous quality. The flavour, too, is quite sweet, with a
sugary candy vibe mingling with dank hops, a smack of evergreen, and a
serious booze kick.
I'm a fan of Lagunitas
Sucks Brown Sugga' Substitute. Good stuff, it proves to be a real
misnomer. Not as accessible as their standard IPA, but much more
engaging. In truth, though, it is a tad too sweet.
Rating: 8.0 out of 10.
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