He'Brew Hop Manna

From the Shmaltz Brewing Company, this is the He'Brew Hop Manna IPA. Limited release in 22oz bottles, I was fairly excited to try this little guy.  The label states that Hop Manna is dry hopped with Centennial Cascade and Citra hops, checking in at 65 IBUs and 6.8% abv.

The Hop Manna pours a great straw-golden color, with quite a bit of fluffy off-white foam.  There is a ton of carbonation rising from the bottom of my Unibroue-brand tulip glass.  As usual, there's a long story on the side of the label in tiny print that I don't dare try to read after I start drinking.

The nose is full of brightly floral hops, bitter at the core, but mostly floral and citrusy in nature.  On the palate, this is much more subtle than some of the other IPAs I've been trying lately.  The hops are definitely present, but not nearly as rough and bitter as others. The alcohol isn't even noticeable, it's seamlessly blended in behind the hops. The finish is not super-long lasting, but it does linger for a few minutes.

Soft, smooth, flavorful, and quite drinkable.  I like the Hop Manna!

Shmaltz Brewing Company
He'Brew Hop Manna
TCSH Rating - 8.5/10
Aka - L'Chaim!

Eli
Bibo Ergo Sum