Bear Republic Racer X

Brewery: Bear Republic

Name: Racer X (Vintage 2012)

Style: Double IPA

Available: October

ABV: 8.3%

IBU: 100+


Recommended Glassware: Tulip, Snifter

"Racer X™ is an uncommon Double India Pale Ale which puts a California twist on English brewing traditions by adding an assertive hop aroma and bitterness that compliments the firm malt backbone.
Like its little brother Racer 5, Racer X™ is balance in a bottle." - via Bear Republic

Appearance: Pours a clear amber red color. Not much head, off white and short lasting.

Aroma: Peppery, orange citrus, floral hops.

Taste: Taste follows the aroma, mostly orange at the start. Sweet but not overpowering. Bitterness and piney at the finish. 

I love this beer. One of my favorite DIPAs. Great balance for the style. The maltiness of the beer hides the ABV very well and leaves a nice hoppy finish. I recommended this beer to anyone that loves IPAs and it can't be beat at the price point. I don't know why they call this Vintage because I honestly don't think it will be good aged.

Serving Type: Bottle