Review - Belmont Brewing Company's IPA
Ale of the Month
This amber ale is a rich copper colored ale that has a toasty malty flavor with medium bitterness. 5.5% alcohol by volume. -- Belmont Brewing
The Belmont Brewing company was first stop in our California adventure located right on the sandy beach of Long Beach. With an indoor and outdoor dining, you couldn't ask for a better location. The brewery is small, but has a complete offering of beers. Size definitely does not matter. It's a quick walk through the brewery because it's in clear sight behind the bar. We talked shop with Blackwell, the brewer, and were quite happy with the educated bar staff (Andy). The food was tasty and complemented their selection of beers. We ordered a sampler, followed by their blends. We recommend Long Beach visitors to stop on by. You will not be disappointed.
Pours dark yellow with a cloudy body. Large white fizzy head with good lacing, but mostly diminishing. Moderately hoppy aroma with hints of pine. Initially light bitter and increasing into a moderately bitter taste for a long duration. Medium creamy body with lively carbonation. Excellent finish and coats well. Hopefully the IPA will turn into a regular offering rather than just a beer of the month.
Reviewed on November 10, 2006 with Amber in Long Beach, CA.
| Type: | IPA |
| ABV: | - |
| Source: | Draft |
| Score: | 20/30 |
