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What does Ballast Point Sculpin taste like?
Ballast Point Grapefruit Sculpin IPA pours a deep golden orange with a moderate white head. Aroma is bitter grapefruit and lemon zest. Taste is bitter grapefruit, slightly dank, dry as a desert and some white wine. The hops are there but that bitter grapefruit just keeps coming out.
What kind of IPA is Sculpin?
world class IPA
Sculpin is a world class IPA, a solid example of San Diego County-brewed beers.
What is the alcohol content of Ballast Point Sculpin?
7 percent
While it certainly offers refreshing, fruity notes, this 7 percent ABV IPA packs a sting, just like the Sculpin fish for which it was named. Also known as the sea scorpion, the Sculpin fish has poisonous spikes on its fins that give a strong sting, but the fish itself is considered one of the tastiest in the world.
Who makes Ballast Point Sculpin?
Sculpin Ballast Point Brewing Company
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What happened Sculpin?
California brewery Ballast Point is now officially part of Kings & Convicts Brewing Co., a Chicago-area brewing company. Kings & Convicts Brewing Co. announced in December it would purchase the makers of the popular Sculpin IPA from Constellation Brands.
Who makes the best IPAs?
Top Rated Beers: IPA – American
| Sorted by weighted rank (not shown). | Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Susan Hill Farmstead Brewery | 4.5 |
| 2 | Nelson Alpine Beer Company | 4.43 |
| 3 | Axe Man Surly Brewing Company | 4.43 |
| 4 | Yellow Rose The Lone Pint Brewery | 4.41 |
Can you eat sculpins?
On party boats, the spiny thorns are removed before the fish is taken off the hook. When it comes to eating, anglers agree sculpin is a taste treat.
What is sculpin IPA?
Ballast Point Sculpin IPA is a delicious IPA where dominated by citrusy hops yet with an expertly crafted balance of sweetness and bitterness. Sculpin IPA comes out of San Diego, CA from Ballast Point Brewing Company.
Is Ballast Point a good beer?
In the years since opening, Ballast Point grew their reputation of producing well crafted and delicious beer. It was exciting to finally find their top notch beer available in the San Francisco Bay Area, especially Sculpin IPA, which won a Gold Medal at the World Beer Cup in 2010 for International Pale Ale.
What is the best IPA in America?
We had a close race for our Best IPA poll. With so many tasty, hoppy dank IPAs to choose from, San Diego’s Ballast Point Brewing and Spirits Sculpin IPA came out on top as the Best IPA. While there was nothing in the rules discouraging disproportionate voting, this poll was pretty even Steven as far as online polls go.
What is a sculpin?
Here is what the Brewer says: The Sculpin is a testament to our humble beginnings as Home Brew Mart. It showcases bright flavors and aromas of apricot, peach, mango & lemon. The lighter body also brings out the crispness of the hops.