Nelson Sauvin: This was a hop that I had not heard of, and produced a very unique flavor. The IPA was almost wine like, with the hop imparting a tart sweetness not unlike a white wine.
Centennial: This hop is used in some very popular beers, including Founders Centennial IPA and Bell's Two Hearted. Citrusy but not in a way that dominates the palate, the hop gives some slight floral aroma as well.
East Kent Goldings: I went into this beer thinking I would like it, since I do like English Pale Ales and ESB's that this hop is frequently used in. I came out of it realizing why I like those beers, and it's not the hops! The Mikkeller IPA was not very tasty, a little harsh bitterness, with a lot of dirty, earthy flavors. This hop obviously works very well in the background, but not as the main flavoring hop.
Cascade: Well known from Sierra Nevada's flagship Pale Ale, this one tasted pretty much as expected, tons of citrus and floral notes dominate this hop profile.
Chinook: This hop variety is typically used just for bittering purposes, so it was interesting to get more of the aroma. It imparted a very strong, piney, spicy flavor. Very interesting combination.
For those that do not know, Carrboro Beverage is located next to Tyler's original Carrboro location. They do weekly tastings on Thursday nights and keep a fantastic inventory of beers. You can follow them and their events on Facebook.
Centennial: This hop is used in some very popular beers, including Founders Centennial IPA and Bell's Two Hearted. Citrusy but not in a way that dominates the palate, the hop gives some slight floral aroma as well.
East Kent Goldings: I went into this beer thinking I would like it, since I do like English Pale Ales and ESB's that this hop is frequently used in. I came out of it realizing why I like those beers, and it's not the hops! The Mikkeller IPA was not very tasty, a little harsh bitterness, with a lot of dirty, earthy flavors. This hop obviously works very well in the background, but not as the main flavoring hop.
Cascade: Well known from Sierra Nevada's flagship Pale Ale, this one tasted pretty much as expected, tons of citrus and floral notes dominate this hop profile.
Chinook: This hop variety is typically used just for bittering purposes, so it was interesting to get more of the aroma. It imparted a very strong, piney, spicy flavor. Very interesting combination.
For those that do not know, Carrboro Beverage is located next to Tyler's original Carrboro location. They do weekly tastings on Thursday nights and keep a fantastic inventory of beers. You can follow them and their events on Facebook.
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