Anybody try Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA?

[datsveryinterestin]

i got crazy and bought packs of:
60 minute
90 minute
120 minute
raison d'etra
indian brown
midas touch
palo santo
immort
aprihop

Dogfish definitely puts more care into their craft than most breweries.
hrmmm, getting thirsty.

for me, after trying all of those beers, the 60 minute is an excellent beer with a lot more depth and flavors than other ipas, and is "good enough" for me. so i've stocked up on it. i plan on drinking quite a few tomorrow! woooo

[mikeler]

Bought a 4 pack of the 90 minute at ABC liquor just a few minutes ago. Can't wait to get home tonight.

[Geppetto]

Originally Posted by rasajadad

If you like Dogfish Head 90 Minute, try the "Raisson d'Etre". (Also by Dogfish Head.)

I've only tried the 60 min. IPA, not the 90 min. but definitely like the DH Raison d'Etre! A little pricey at 9.99 per six at our local HEB grocery, but worth it, IMO. 8% ABV & good in a pewter stein. Also a fan of the Flying Dog Double-Dog ale mentioned by Douggo, though two bottles of that stuff is pretty much the equivalent of a bottle of Cabernet in alc. content...

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Geppetto

I've only tried the 60 min. IPA, not the 90 min. but definitely like the DH Raison d'Etre! A little pricey at 9.99 per six at our local HEB grocery, but worth it, IMO. 8% ABV & good in a pewter stein. Also a fan of the Flying Dog Double-Dog ale mentioned by Douggo, though two bottles of that stuff is pretty much the equivalent of a bottle of Cabernet in alc. content...

I think the 90 minute is definitely better than the 60 minute.

[SlapShot]

Originally Posted by Douggo

SlapShot! How is it I a) did not know you were such a beerhead, and b) never saw this thread before? I just declared my love for Horizon Red over in Bluegrasser's Corona thread yesterday - it would have made more sense here.

Not sure, Senor Douggo. I have always enjoyed a good brew, but of late, have really gotten into trying new beers and learning about homebrewing. I've done 3 batches so far, and am in the planning stages of batch #4.

Horizon Red is fantastic, BTW.

[bad_call]

Originally Posted by SlapShot

Not sure, Senor Douggo. I have always enjoyed a good brew, but of late, have really gotten into trying new beers and learning about homebrewing. I've done 3 batches so far, and am in the planning stages of batch #4.

Horizon Red is fantastic, BTW.

how did those home brews turn out? any IPAs in the bunch?

[SlapShot]

Originally Posted by bad_call

how did those home brews turn out? any IPAs in the bunch?

Batch #3 is an IPA. It's still bottle conditioning - complex brews like IPA's take longer to mature. Initially, it's a bit too stiff and I'm not a huge fan of the Goldings hops I used to dry hop it, but overall palate-wise, it's good. Really strong. I'm hoping that it matures nicely through the summer.

[siata94]

I've since tried Torpedo IPA (great) and Long Hammer (ok but great for the price $12/12pack). Dogfish and Lagunitas next.

[mikeler]

Gotta throw some props towards Bells Two Hearted IPA tonight. I've had it before at a local bar, but forgot how good it was. At $11/6 pack at the local Publix it better be! 7% alcohol, so nice kick but not quite as strong as Dogfish Head 90 Minute.

[bluegrasser]

Originally Posted by bad_call

IPAs? serious beer sampler here.

of the IPAs Dogfish is very good but not my first pick for the money. Lagunitas is a little weak. Stone is very good. Sweetwater has a nice flavor somewhat grapefruity. Sierra Nevada Torpedo Extra IPA also good and priced nice too. At present Titan IPA is tops on my list (recently shipping to CFL ).

btw - there are so many good microbrews that don't ship to Central Florida. during your travels sampling some local IPAs makes for a more enjoyable outing, as i have experienced.

Sierra Nevada is good, also Two Hearted ale...

[Douggo]

Had occasion to sample the 120-minute over the weekend. Heaven in a bottle.
Had the 60 or 90, too, at some point, but I don't remember which it was now. I wonder why. Anyway, I'm pretty sure I liked it.

[SlapShot]

Originally Posted by Douggo

Had occasion to sample the 120-minute over the weekend. Heaven in a bottle.
Had the 60 or 90, too, at some point, but I don't remember which it was now. I wonder why. Anyway, I'm pretty sure I liked it.

Doug, have you had a chance to try the IPA at the Town Hall Brewery in Mpls? It's fantastic, and even better served on cask. I had their Oatmeal Stout on cask with dinner a few weeks ago and I think that I may have seen Jesus.

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Douggo

Had occasion to sample the 120-minute over the weekend. Heaven in a bottle.
Had the 60 or 90, too, at some point, but I don't remember which it was now. I wonder why. Anyway, I'm pretty sure I liked it.

I never realized that there was a 120 minute. I'll have to check that out sometime.

[Douggo]

Originally Posted by SlapShot

Doug, have you had a chance to try the IPA at the Town Hall Brewery in Mpls? It's fantastic, and even better served on cask. I had their Oatmeal Stout on cask with dinner a few weeks ago and I think that I may have seen Jesus.

I'll have to try to get there sometime - haven't been there in ages.

Originally Posted by mikeler

I never realized that there was a 120 minute. I'll have to check that out sometime.

It's a limited release, apparently. Their site says May, September and one other month. I must have gotten a leftover from May. 18% ABV. Used to be 20%.

[mikeler]

I tried the Sam Adams Triple Bock which had an ABV in that neighborhood and it was NASTY. So I may pass on that one, but thanks for the info.

[Douggo]

Originally Posted by mikeler

I tried the Sam Adams Triple Bock which had an ABV in that neighborhood and it was NASTY. So I may pass on that one, but thanks for the info.

This was nothing like the Triple Bock. Much lighter in color, thickness, and flavor - but it is intense, and it is a sipper. If you haven't already, try the Flying Dog Double Dog Double Pale Ale (something like 11-11.5%). If you like that, you'll like the 120 Minute.

[Z-Man]

I'm glad to see some beer lovers on TW. One that just hit the shelves that you guys might enjoy is New Belgium's Fall seasonal, Hoptober. It's not extremely hoppy (40 IBU), but the balance between malt and hops is excellent--medium bodied, but plenty of hops. The thing that really impresses me about this one is the aroma. It's a blend of 5 hops, and it smells heavenly--like hoppy wort.

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Z-Man

I'm glad to see some beer lovers on TW. One that just hit the shelves that you guys might enjoy is New Belgium's Fall seasonal, Hoptober. It's not extremely hoppy (40 IBU), but the balance between malt and hops is excellent--medium bodied, but plenty of hops. The thing that really impresses me about this one is the aroma. It's a blend of 5 hops, and it smells heavenly--like hoppy wort.

I can't wait for all the fall beers to come out. They are my favorite seasonals.

[Lindros13]

i absolutely love the Dogfish Head 90-minute IPA but wouldn't buy the Raisin d'aitre again - i didn't like it.

The 120-min is very thick and sweet. I've bought it in a bottle before, and also a local place here had it on draft and they only served it in an 8 oz glass. It would still hit you pretty hard due to its ~20% alc content. It's a fun treat here and there but given the high alcohol, it comes with a pricey cost - maybe $8 for a single bottle if I remember correctly.

I had another Dogfish Head beer called Burton Baton, 10%, and it is an "oak aged imperial IPA". It was a whopping $13.50 for a 4-pack but I tell you, it was EXCELLENT and right up there with the 90-min IPA. I've only found it at one store (a Bottle King); pick it up if you like the 90-min and you happen to see it.

[mikeler]

Originally Posted by Lindros13

i absolutely love the Dogfish Head 90-minute IPA but wouldn't buy the Raisin d'aitre again - i didn't like it.

The 120-min is very thick and sweet. I've bought it in a bottle before, and also a local place here had it on draft and they only served it in an 8 oz glass. It would still hit you pretty hard due to its ~20% alc content. It's a fun treat here and there but given the high alcohol, it comes with a pricey cost - maybe $8 for a single bottle if I remember correctly.

I had another Dogfish Head beer called Burton Baton, 10%, and it is an "oak aged imperial IPA". It was a whopping $13.50 for a 4-pack but I tell you, it was EXCELLENT and right up there with the 90-min IPA. I've only found it at one store (a Bottle King); pick it up if you like the 90-min and you happen to see it.

I'll keep my eye out for the Burton Baton, thanks.