Reviewing the Hop Whoopin from O'so Brewing Company.Score: 75
Bottling code is "053121427." My gut says that means that this is from the end of February of this year. Served in a Stella Artois chalice and enjoyed on 03/26/12.
Appearance: Pours a murky, slightly cloudy orpiment color (that's ancient Egyptian for darker yellow). Not much head at pour -- a thin bubbly lacing at best with a foggy cap over the majority of the drink. Below average lacing, above average retention. 3.5/5
Smell: Resinous pine, honey, pineapple, light caramel, orange rind and tropic citrus. 4/5
Taste: Bitter, juicy orange, pineapple and earthy hops. There is a growing, heavy bitterness on the palate as the beer layers. Not much else. 3/5
Mouthfeel: Light-medium bodied, moderate carbonation. Watery oily mouthfeel that washes away most of the flavor prematurely, save for the bitterness. Bitter finish. 3/5
Overall: Nothing special, but not undrinkable. Smells much better than it tastes. I would not buy this beer again.
Recommendation: Feel free to skip this one, especially if you hate bitterer beers.
Pairings: Swiss-and-almond cheese spread.
Cost: $3.49 for a 12 oz bottle.
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