Black Iron IPA (The Grand Canyon Brewing Co.)

Appearance - 13

Black Iron IPA pours hazy orange color.  The off white head pours thick, and remains for a while, leaving good lacing as you drink the beer.

Aroma - 7

The aroma of Black Iron IPA is a little boring.  There are some hints of orange peel that stand out against the mostly bland smell.  You can make out some slight sweetness form the malt,  and some, but not many, mild hops that you would typically want from an American style IPA.

Taste - 35

The taste was definitely better that the aroma.  The hints of orange hit the back of your tongue before any other flavors, but almost instantly after that, there is a rush of hops that covers up the orange.  You next taste the malt which is sweet for an IPA, but not bad.  Followed by another hint of hop as you swallow, leaving a slightly bitter aftertaste.  Its not a perfect IPA, but it is pretty good.

Drinkablility - 8

Black Iron IPA is very drinkable for a IPA.  It is refreshing, with the hint of orange and the mild hops, and would make a nice summer riverside evening beer.  It has a relatively high ABV (7.3%), so be careful as you drink.  It will sneak up on you

Hip-Hop - 8

It comes in a can, which means it is recycleable and drinkable on the river.  That always adds a few points in my book.  I have always had a fascination with trains and the West, and a beer that combines both of those is pretty cool in my book.

Total Score - 71

Website: Black Iron IPA (Grand Canyon Brewing Co.)