Trillium Sleeper Street
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What the brewers say
“Sleeper places unique El Dorado hops at center stage. Opaque orange-yellow in color with floral aromas of lime zest, grapefruit peel, pine sap, and candied orange. Juicy, hops-driven flavors of bright citrus, melon, and herbal pine are balanced with medium bitterness, fluffy mouthfeel, and dry finish.”
What our panel thought
Aroma: “Gooseberry hops aroma, with light fruity lemon and medium grapefruit. A little spiciness with a touch of pine that complements the fruity esters and light malt aroma.”
Flavor: “Sweet and tart citrus at first, with notes of orange and pineapple, and moderate bitterness that lingers for a bit. Berry-flavored hops, with some spice and pine. A medium malt background and a light, fluffy body. Finishes with mango sweetness. So much is happening in this beer. It’s refreshing.”
Overall: “Not quite as chewy as other New England IPAs, but it’s a bit more spicy and bitter with the earthy pine notes. The tartness conflicts somewhat with the hops, but it’s not a very bitter IPA, so the conflict is minimized. This beer is not shy—it’s packed with juicy, delicious flavor.”
