Stone IPA

My husband and I went out for dinner the other night, and we wound up at a local bar that makes really good sandwiches.  Unfortunately, most of their taps are usually light BMC stuff that doesn't usually appeal to me.  They did, however, have two decent IPAs on tap, which is a rarity for them, so I got Stone IPA, which I haven't had in years (and I don't think I've ever had it on tap before, only bottled):

Vittles:

American IPA

6.9% abv

77 IBU

Score:

Appearance: 10/10

Aroma: 23/25

Taste: 38/40

Mouthfeel: 8/10

Style: 5/5

Drinkability: 8/10

Overall: 92/100

Impression:

It's actually better than I remember it being, but maybe I didn't have it all that fresh years ago, or maybe my memory isn't all that swell these days.  Regardless, I very much enjoyed it this time around.  The head persisted decently well and left a fair amount of lacing as it fell.  Pine and citrus rule the aroma, though I do smell some caramel and toasty malt/bread in the background.  As far as flavor goes, I was kind of bowled over -- citrus, floral, fruity, and pine flavors kept my taste buds guessing, while the malt backbone played counterpart quite nicely.  The mouthfeel is medium-full, and it finishes crisp and clean.  Very enjoyable overall, and I will certainly be looking for this one on tap again.

Cheers!