Avery India Pale Ale (IPA) - Avery Brewing Company

StoneTSR

Colorado

3.93/5  rDev +0.8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

I can't believe I never reviewed this beer. It was one of my gateway beers into the craft beer world. Now that I live in Boulder I no longer have any excuse not to review it.

A: Yellowish-gold with a thin head that has mostly dissipated by the time the waitress brought the beer.

S: A mild pine smell with a good dose of hops lurking on the background.

T: This is a strongly bitter beer. A lot of grapefruit up front with a touch of pine and lemon. A lot of hops and a lot of flavor in the Avery IPA. There is a good, strong bitte aftertaste as well.

M: Strong carbonation with a sharp dose of sparkle. Crisp and clean, this has a great feel.

O: This is an excellent standard bearer for Avery. It is bold, bitter and very crisp. It is not watered down or toned down like some flagship offerings are.

Serving type: on-tap

09-03-2011 22:16:37 | More by StoneTSR

YourMomDrinksBud

Colorado

3.73/5  rDev -4.4%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

On-tap at the Jamestown Mercantile, in Jamestown CO. Pitcher to pint glass.

A- Pours a goldenrod/copper color. Two finger head that disapeared slowly leaving behind a nice film. Lacing is evident but not substantial.

S- Earthy, piney hops with a light tropical fruit punch. Small malt presence detected, giving notes of fresh baked bread that mixes interestly well with the earthy hop character.

T- Very much the same with the hops taking the lead. Much more piney than fruity, with a decent malt backbone.

D- Fairly light mouthfeel for the stlye, good level of carbonation, slight heat from the alcohol.

O- A good everyday drinking IPA. Nothing particularly earth shattering or exquisite, but I can respect this offering from Avery whole heartedly.

Serving type: on-tap

08-20-2011 04:31:34 | More by YourMomDrinksBud

jbertsch

Massachusetts

4.38/5  rDev +12.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

On tap at a bar on Martha's Vineyard.
Hazy orange color with foamy crisp white head. Smelled of pear and citrus fruits. Citrus fruits came through on the taste along with notes of vanilla and honey infused malts. I actually like how the malt profile is kicked up a tiny bit to balance the hop volume a little...though it is still a hop forward brew. Somewhat creamy mouthfeel for an ipa, though still crisp enough. Very enjoyable and drinkable.

Serving type: on-tap

08-06-2011 03:47:40 | More by jbertsch

hiku7

California

4.5/5  rDev +15.4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Ordered on tap at Matchbox Pizza during a visit to Washington D.C., of all places.

Pours a clear gold, with a creamy white head and great lacing. Smell is floral and citrus and the malt is biscuity. A spicy assertive hop presence also. Mouthfeel is creamy and delicious.

Very enjoyable IPA that I highly recommend.

Serving type: on-tap

07-08-2011 01:47:41 | More by hiku7

Lerxst

Florida

4/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

On tap at Kickbacks

A-Pours a clear gold with a one finger creamy white head that has good retention and leaves ample lace.

S-Citrus-grapefruit and lemon-along with some slightly resinous hop notes with a slight and subtle caramel malt backbone.

T-Follows the nose with citrusy and slightly resinous hops with a somewhat sweet malt backbone coming in and staying for just a bit before a bitter hop bite rounds it out.

M-Just shy of medium body, a bit dry, with crisp carbonation

O-A very nice IPA. Not world class, but I wouldn't ever turn my nose up at one of these-its solid.

Serving type: on-tap

06-12-2011 23:09:55 | More by Lerxst

Schmittymack

Colorado

3.45/5  rDev -11.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

On tap at my watering hole, Old Chi's Westy. Poured an orangeish color with a nice foamy head that hung around for a bit. Aroma of biscuts, citrus, and mowed lawn. Taste was citrusy with some malt and biscuts and some spice with a nice hop bitterness on the finish. Even doing this out of the "metallic" stein at Old Chi's, this is still a quite enjoyable brew.

Serving type: on-tap

05-06-2011 09:39:18 | More by Schmittymack

vangambrel

Tennessee

4.47/5  rDev +14.6%
look: 5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5

I love how bitter this beer is. It was served at one of my favorite restaurants. I loved to get it, but since I'm in TN I no longer can. Bummer. This is one of the best beers I've ever had. I used to get it whenever and wherever I could! Try it if you can, you won't be sad you did!

Serving type: on-tap

05-05-2011 00:23:13 | More by vangambrel

CHSLBrew

Minnesota

3.38/5  rDev -13.3%
look: 4 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

On tap at the Groveland Tap in Saint Paul, MN. Poured into a pint glass.

A-Amber beer, clear, with only a moderate head. The head didn't sustain too long, but a smattering of bubbbles did remain nicely.

S-Not much to this aroma besides piney/citrus hoppiness.

T-Unblanced, aggressive hop bitterness, which should not surprise me in an American IPA. The hops were a mix of strong citrus with a bit of herbal, floral characteristics to go along with it. Malt flavors were near completely absent.

M-Medium body, appropriate carbonation level.

O-Accetable, in spite of being very ubalanced with virtually no malt foundation.

Sampled 3/11/11

Serving type: on-tap

05-03-2011 15:42:20 | More by CHSLBrew

jdense

Oregon

3.85/5  rDev -1.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

On tap at Belmont Station, tasted during Avery IPA event, $5 for 3 4 oz. pours, 4.17.11.

Clear light gold body, some visible carbonation, 1/2 finger head resulted in pretty good lacing. Hops dominate the nose, tropical with some citrusy, lemon pith, resin. Taste mirrors nose, more sweet than resiny. Medium light mouthfeel, minimal effervescence. Fairly well balanced, but not all that memorable or something I would seek out again.

Serving type: on-tap

05-01-2011 13:49:56 | More by jdense

rrski198

Missouri

4.05/5  rDev +3.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

A: A very nice golden amber colored brew. Above average all white fluffyhead with some great lacing.

S: VEry floral and grassy. Mild biscuit/bready sweetness and lots and lots of west coast hops.

T: Taste follows the nose. First the sweetness hits the tongue and then a huge bitter citrus rind flavor. Fills the mouth with flavor and finishes with intense puckering feeling. No alcohol presense.

M: Spicy! Bitter, full mouth feel and carbonation makes the hops really pop. The beer feels "clean," as the flavors are really spot on and allow the body to shine.

O: Very nice offering. Stands above other ipa's but not life changing. I would purchase again as this is a quite sessionable ipa.

Serving type: on-tap

04-13-2011 22:49:07 | More by rrski198

StLThrash

Missouri

4.1/5  rDev +5.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

Served on tap at Old Chicago - Silverthorne, CO.

A - Golden yellow, slight haze. Nice one finger head and left a small cap. Nice lacing.

S - Lots of floral and citrusy hops / grapefruit / pine.

T & M - Starts with bitter hop / grapefruit feel and finishes with creamy maltness. Very silky smooth and nicely carbonated. Very fine tasting IPA.

D - At 6.5 ABV, very drinkable. Refreshing - great smell, great taste, underrated in my opinion.

I'll definitely buy this beer in bottle after tasting it on tap.

Serving type: on-tap

03-13-2011 20:30:09 | More by StLThrash

JonathanG

Colorado

3.93/5  rDev +0.8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

4-ounce sample pour.

A: Dark golden color. Can't comment on head since it was a sample pour.

S: Fairly dry hops on the nose, with a bit of floral hops initially.

T: Relatively dry and clean on the slightly piney and herbal hop flavors. Not overly citrusy, this also has a little bit of malt coming through for balance, but I'm left with a balanced and drier impression here.

M: Drier, not overblown or heavy style. It grew on me. For an American IPA, it's a bit reserved, but that can be good when you don't want to overwhelm your palate.

D: Not overblown, this one can probably be enjoyed over multiple pints.

Serving type: on-tap

02-27-2011 21:54:56 | More by JonathanG

barleywinefiend

Washington

4/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A: Poured a clear, pale orange color with good carbonation leaving a nice white cap

S:Pine, grapefruit and hints of tropical fruit

T: Nice citrus, pine combo, with a mix of caramel and bread.

M:Body is good for a single IPA. Plenty of flavor on the palate

D: Easy drinking, tasty single IPA

Serving type: on-tap

02-26-2011 21:51:07 | More by barleywinefiend

TheKingofWichita

North Carolina

3.65/5  rDev -6.4%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Pours a slightly clear light amber color with a thick white head and very little lacing. Smells of resinous hops and a little citrus and some floral notes. Tastes of bitter hops with a pine flavor and a little citrus. Mouthfeel is medium with a good carbonation. Drinkability is good.

Serving type: on-tap

02-24-2011 23:52:51 | More by TheKingofWichita

CuriousMonk

Virginia

3.43/5  rDev -12.1%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

On tap at Stoney's in DC. Poured into pint glass. Pours pale gold with a long lasting, big fluffy white head. Really awesome lacing. Nose is floral and citrus hops with a little malt/ corn smell. Taste is hops with a hint of malt and a nice bitter/malty aftertaste. Overall the hops dominate but it's not overwhelming. Mouthfeel is about what you'd expect for the style.

Serving type: on-tap

02-24-2011 22:27:20 | More by CuriousMonk

ms11781

Massachusetts

3.6/5  rDev -7.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

16oz poured into a pint glass at Stars in Hingham, MA.

Pours a hazy golden orange color with a 1 finger off white head. Head doesn't stick around for long but leaves decent lacing down the glass.

Nose is pretty citrusy up front. Some pine as well. Definitely some sweetness from the malt coming through too. More citrus than pine or sweet aromas but pretty balanced.

Citrus notes come first in the taste followed by a decent amount of sweet malt flavor. There is a piny, bitter finish that lingers on the tongue for a bit.

Medium mouthfeel with medium carbonation. Crisp and clean despite a somewhat dry, piny bitter finish.

Drinkability is pretty good. Nothing too impressive but definitely a beer flavorful enough to have a couple pints of.

Serving type: on-tap

02-13-2011 07:14:21 | More by ms11781

letsgopens

Pennsylvania

3.48/5  rDev -10.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Enjoyed on-tap at MadMex on Mcknight Rd. This old standby IPA shows a clear golden, apricot colored body with yellow highlights. Frothy, creamy, snow-white head fades to a sticky veil of lace.

Bright, citrusy hops slaps you right upfront. Grapefruit and pine. Rather dim beyond that but comes up as it warms. Slight hint of booze and pepper lemon zest.

Well balanced and appetizing. A good malty, slightly sweet and toasty but still light, backbone bridges to the ligering hop bitterness. Citrus and resinus, piney hops. Dry toastiness but still some lush malt in the finish. Lemon and peppery greens. Booze is present along with the lingering bitterness.

Crisp initially then fades to a layered, matted mouthfeel. Warm and semidry. Relatively low to medium carbonation. Lingering bitterness. Well constructed and balanced but not a huge standout. A solid selection to be sure.

Serving type: on-tap

01-01-2011 00:51:15 | More by letsgopens

Stinkypuss

Pennsylvania

3.9/5  rDev 0%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Avery IPA

Pours bright copper, lots of head and sticky lacing. Looks like a good IPA.

In the taste, moderately bitter, grapefruit hops. Refreshing and a bit herbal. Malt is biscuity and does well to compliment the hops without being cloying. A pretty decent little IPA.

Mouthfeel is light to medium bodied. Easy to drink and went well with some chipolte bbq wings.

Serving type: on-tap

11-23-2010 15:48:45 | More by Stinkypuss

porcelli426

Colorado

4.22/5  rDev +8.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

Truly one of the finest IPA's I have tried had so far. Avery does a great job balancing the line of bitterness and flavor.

A- Deep Golden Amber Color
S- Pretty fragrant. A fruity and citrus mix
T- The hops and bitterness hits your taste buds first and is immediately followed by citrus and fruits
M- Nice. Smooth carbonation
D- Hard to put down

I was really sad to see Avery's small presence at the GABF this year considering their success in Colorado.

Serving type: on-tap

11-14-2010 05:29:49 | More by porcelli426

Thorpe429

Illinois

3.78/5  rDev -3.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

On tap at the brewery in August 2009. Reviewed from notes.

Pours a medium amber-copper color with an off white head that leaves behind a tiny bit of lacing. Nose brings a good amount of citrus rind with a bit of citrus as well. Some amber and caramel malt in the background. Taste lays off the hop presence from the nose, bringing forward more balance and losing some of the nice hop integration that existed in the nose. Feel is medium with slight bitterness. Drinks pretty well and is one of their better non-sour offerings.

Serving type: on-tap

10-13-2010 01:19:59 | More by Thorpe429

womencantsail

California

3.68/5  rDev -5.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

On-tap at Blue Palms

A: The pour is an orange-ish color with about a finger's worth of white head and some streaks of lacing.

S: A good citrus note to the aroma. It's more of a rind/peel sort of smell, with some piney notes that provide sort of an oily, resinous character to the whole beer.

T: Though the nose lead me to believe this would be a very bitter IPA, it was rather controlled in this aspect. Yes, there is a solid bitter pine flavor as well as some grapefruit rind, but it's not overpowering. A mild malt character, but it's not really sweet at all.

M: The body is medium with a fairly lively carbonation and a bit of bitterness lingering on the tongue.

D: This was a decent IPA, but it doesn't quite stack up with some of the offerings I've become accustomed to here in Southern California.

Serving type: on-tap

10-11-2010 01:42:43 | More by womencantsail

Chaney

District of Columbia

4.1/5  rDev +5.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

This was my first brew of the night over at Rustico in Alexandria:

A: Pours a glistening golden color with about 1/2 inch head and moderate carbonation. Great sudsy head retention on this bad boy!

S: Ahh.. I smell the hop sizzle - one of the trademarks a great IPA in my opinion. Very fresh smell of grapefruit and a strong presence of orange, all held together by a mild caramel undertow.

T: I can't believe I'm asking for this, but I could actually use more sweetness. However, this fine drink is tangy, without being too "in your face."

M: Foamy lacing, with a nice caramel-like thickness.

D: Although this is not one of the memorable IPAs, this is a fine brew nonetheless. They don't package sucky beers over at Avery.

Serving type: on-tap

09-18-2010 11:49:37 | More by Chaney

rfgetz

Pennsylvania

3.75/5  rDev -3.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

Pours a hazed burnt orange with adequate cap of frothy white head, leaving splotchy lacing. Scent is of earthy, piney hops with a touch of citrus, also present is a light carmely sweet malt. Taste brings a lightly bitter touch of piney and spicy hops, flavors of oranage linger behind and the backbone is a lightly sweet carmel taste with a touch of roasted nuts. medium bodied, slightly oily and dry on the toungue. A decent IPA that doesnt do anything remarkable or bad either.

Serving type: on-tap

08-02-2010 13:09:24 | More by rfgetz

xcrunner78

Ohio

4.2/5  rDev +7.7%
look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A: a copper golden color with a 2-finger creamy white head from pour. The head sticks to the side of the glass when consuming.

S: a floral citrus hop smell with hints of pine

T: hops all over the place...from a full force head blow to the back of the palate. Very citrus, with a lot of grapfruit with a bit of pine.

M: leave a dry citrus flavor on the tongue. Bitterness from the hops coats the mouth.

D: very refreshing. The light malt really balances the hops out. It is a bit of a session beer.

Serving type: on-tap

06-27-2010 18:22:47 | More by xcrunner78

jimbus

Ohio

3.95/5  rDev +1.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

On tap, served in a pint glass.

A nice light golden color, average head, and super awesome lacing all the way down the glass.
Smell was pretty impressive, lots of floral notes prevalent. Also, some hoppy citrus and grapefruit noticeable.
As a hophead, I really enjoyed the taste of this one. Definitely enough hops to give me a fix. Floral, citrus flavor followed up the nose nicely, with a hint of malt in the back...just enough to notice but not too much to cloud an appreciation of the hops.
medium mouth feel, perhaps a bit too much carbonation though.
I will for sure be picking a sixer of these sometime soon.

Serving type: on-tap

06-02-2010 23:48:58 | More by jimbus