Steel String Manzanita Black IPA

Steel String Manzanita Black IPA

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Brewed by Steel String Brewery

Carrboro, NC, United States

Style:  American Black Ale

7.4% Alcohol by Volume

71 International Bittering Units

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Just as Tony Rice pushed the boundaries of a what a guitar could do for bluegrass music in his landmark album Manzanita, our Black IPA pushes the boundary of the IPA, augmenting the hop-heavy style with notes of chocolate, roast, and fresh-brewed coffee. Very dark and very bitter, Manzanita is the best of both worlds combining aspects of a Porter with those of an IPA. From the Brewer's Log: I wanted to create a Black IPA that showcased more of the resinous, piney hop qualities to contrast the such a strong malt background. I chose Centennial, Chinook and Liberty hops because they have those pine and resin qualities, but also have a bright citrus quality that really makes them pop. Caramel, Biscuit, Chocolate and Carafa malts make for a sweet malty flavor, with notes of dark chocolate, fig and roast coffee coming through. I wanted Manzanita to be a tour-de-force of a beer, challenging even the most adventurous palates. Alcohol By Volume: 7.4% SRM: 34 IBU:71