Double Jack Double IPA

Brewery: Firestone Walker Brewing Co.

Style: Double/Imperial IPA

Series: Proprietors Reserve Series

• ABV: 9.5%

  Size: 22 oz bottle

  Website: http://www.firestonebeer.com

As promised last weekend, I’m delving a little deeper into Firestone Walker Brewing Company’s catalog. Tonight, from the Proprietors Reserve Series: Double Jack Double IPA.

Double Jack pours red-gold with a massive, clumpy head. Bright on the nose: floral hops and grapefruit. Taste delivers on smell’s promise: grapefruit and hops up front. Candied malt and sticky caramel dance on the tongue. Fruity finish, with a nice alcohol burn and lasting bitterness. An excellent upgrade.