In a blind tasting by BJCP trained experts, this beer rated

93

Drake's Brewing Co. Hop Vice White IPA

Aroma: “Somewhat dank, white grape, peppery with a slight minty character. Herbal and grassy undertones. Bready. Orange and lemon with some coriander and vanillin highlights. Slight pithy aroma once you get past the citrus fruit qualities.”

Flavor: “Grassy and herbal. Slight spice, almost minty. Orange and lemon dominate here as on the aroma with fairly high bitterness for style. Malt is soft and just supports the high hopping rates. Finishes a touch sweet with a lingering bitterness.”

Overall: “Interesting hops aroma with an almost minty herbal character after the initial dank and white grape. The big citrus character makes this beer really enjoyable, but the higher bittering is a bit overdone for style. Would be more drinkable if the bitterness were toned down a bit.”

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