Name: He'Brew: Bittersweet Lenny's R.I.P.A.
Brewed In: New York
Type / ABV: Double IPA / 10%
Bought at/Price: Binny's / $4.99
Dennis: I suggest that anyone who purchases this fine brew should immediatly open it up and chug it simply as fast as possible. Once done, if you've managed not to vomit you'll probably be able to light your belch on fire or at the very least impress your date. If you choose not to take my advice you are probably a wise man, and will fine a generous helping of hops, and a very distinct malty rye backbone that leaves a lingering taste in your mouth. Honestly about 1/2 way through the first glass you almost loose any ability to taste beyond that. When I die someday, I hope somebody makes a beer half as good as this in my honor.
Jen: I tend to be a sucker for IPA's, and this one falls into that category nicely. Right off the bat, the aroma is thick with hops, trying to prepare you for what is to come. The first to the last sip is filled with strong citrus hops, mostly of the grapefruit nature. The alcohol makes itself known on the exhale right away, almost burning into mouth. The rye malts are more than plentiful, but they are unable to tame the wild hops that are like a bully on the playground. And last but not least, the carbonation seems to play nicely with hops, like the bully's butt monkey.
Rating: I wanted to give it an F, Jen wanted an U, so we comprimised. FU