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

96

Southern Tier Nu School IPA

Aroma: “Ripe grapefruit, wet moss, pine, light orange pith evenly balanced with a clean malty sweetness. Classic West Coast IPA aroma.”

Flavor: “Medium hops bitterness. Very crushable. Clean malt, balanced hops, resin, pine, light sweetness. Finishes nice and dry. The crisp mouthfeel makes it very drinkable.”

Overall: “A well-balanced and easy- drinking American IPA. Hops flavor and aroma are balanced and well-pronounced, refreshing, and linger well into finish. Balance with malt is good. One judge said, ‘I want to drink this watching my kids playing soccer and heckling the other team’s kids.’ ”

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