Sweet Water is one of the best brewing companies on the eastern coast of the United States. It has a wide range of beers, including seasonal beers and year round beers that can fit into anyone's taste. The Extra IPA 420, which is a major road in Atlanta, G.A., is one of the flagships beers that is available year round. Is it worth going off the mainstream of beers, or will your adventure sink?
Sight - Once poured, a frothy head is first to be revealed. It appears to be rich and large, a good sign for an IPA. The beer itself is a pleasant amber that carbonates well. All show excellent qualities in an IPA.
Smell - Usually IPA's have a very strong and recognizable smell, but 420 does not have an odor that can be identified easily. It has a smell, but it is a weak odor that could not be picked out from other beers. The smell is the bitterness that often follows with any other IPA, so it is really nothing to write about.
Taste - A taste of this beer gives the traditionally bitterness that comes with any other IPA, in the after taste. What sets this beer apart is the first taste, not the traditional after taste. It is a hoppy and well carbonated beer that radiates craftsmanship. Not only is this beer just an IPA, it is a damn good beer in general. This is most likely were the 'Extra' in the name comes into play. A great beer to drink any time of the day or night.
Overall - Sweet Water has won many awards with this beer, including "Best New and Small Brewery." It successfully blends a delightful hoppy beer with a bitter IPA. It is apealing to the eyes and the mouth, but it lacks in its smell, but that is the only problem. If you are looking for a good IPA with a bit extra to it, look no further.
4 out of 5 cheers!
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