Pliny The Elder – Russian River Brewing Co - 5/5Well I guess you’ve heard me bang on about overly hopped beers and probably did not expect to see me reviewing a Double IPA any time soon. My friends Adrienne and Rick generously donated a few beers to the blog and I am so very pleased that they introduced me to this hopped up hottie from Sonoma County in Northern California.
The fragrant aromas will assault your senses as soon as the cap is popped. You’ll smell a carefully crafted bouquet of floral, citrus and pine which will call to you to take a sip.
On the tongue it’s very hoppy but so very carefully balanced by the grassy, pine flavors. It’s really difficult to believe that Pliny The Elder is classed as an IPA and a Double at that.
From what I hear, this beer is rather difficult to come by. My advice is to keep an eye out for this one and buy a few bottles if you get the opportunity..then let me know and I’ll help you drink them. I suggest drinking this one on its own. Definitely one to add to the “beer bucket list.” Thanks again Adrienne and Rick for showing me the light.
My work mate (THE Beer Blogga) turned me on to Pliny. Just attended a post season baseball party for my son's H.S. ball club at Pizza Port in C'Bad. Went up to order a brew and spotted an ambiguos Russian River tap labled as an obscure IPA. Asked the bartendress about it and she whispered, "It's a beer called Pliny the Elder". I couldn't hold back the smile. Needless to say I ended up ordering one, then a second so that I could enjoy it again. I fully agree with the full on 5 ranking from the Blogga. I might have to go back tomorrow to have another, or two.....
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Good review, I can't wait to try this one.
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