Stone Adding NEW Idolatrous IPA Cans

This morning you get your very first look at a new beer coming in 2018 from Stone Brewing in Escondido, CA.   This is Idolatrous IPA  and it is part of the Hop Worship Series.  This IPA is brewed with El Dorado and Mosaic hops and it will be packaged in 12oz cans (kegs below).  Look for this beer to hit 7%-AbV and stay tuned here for release info.  This beer is not listed on their release calendar so far.

This update from Stone:

QUICK FACTS

• Name: Stone Idolatrous IPA
• Release Date: Week of June 18, 2018
• Web: stonebrewing.com/idolatrous
• Stats: 7% ABV, 75 IBUs
• Featured Hops: El Dorado & Mosaic
• Availability: Seasonal / Stone Hop Worship Series
• Packaging: 12oz six-pack cans and draft
• Distribution: National
• Find Beer: find.stonebrewing.com

ABOUT THE BEER

Stone Idolatrous IPA represents the elevated state of reverence that Stone extols for the venerable and almighty Hop. El Dorado & Mosaic hops have been anointed to bestow their divine qualities on this sacred brew. This limited release is part of Stone’s Hop Worship Seasonal IPA Series…Glory be to those who imbibe it in its freshest form…and faithfully worship thy Hop in the beauty of blissful bitterness.

TASTING NOTES

• Appearance: Clear, straw yellow, thin white head
• Aroma:  Lemon, hop resin, clean fruity esters, apricot notes and a hint of coriander and cracked black pepper
• Taste:  Fresh lemon zest, lime, orange, hop resin, strawberry and wheat notes
• Palate: Crisp and clean with pithiness mid-palate and sturdy bitterness on the finish
• Overall: El Dorado is a hop that really intrigues us and is a major player in Stone Delicious IPA. It can be dominant, but we have found a nice partner here in Mosaic. We’ve been very impressed with Mosaic over the last few years. It’s especially versatile in aroma and flavor and pairs well with a multitude of hops. Simply put, this is a great hop combination!

PAIRING NOTES

• Starters: Fresh Kampachi & Scallop Aguachile**, Fresh Yellowfin Tuna Poke**, Spanish Chorizo Lollipop Corn Dogs, Peel & Eat Shrimp
• Soups and Salads: Wild Arugula & Burrata**, Caprese Salad, Gazpacho, Beets & Goat Cheese Salad
• Main Courses: Pork Katsudon*, Chicken Kabobs, Meyer Lemon Pasta, Fish & Chips with Fresh Mushy Peas
• Desserts: Mint Chocolate Chip Sundae, Blackberry Tart, Strawberry Shortcake, Rhubarb Pie

*Pairings available at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido. View full menu here.
**Pairings available at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station. View full menu here.

ABOUT STONE BREWING

Founded by Greg Koch and Steve Wagner in 1996, the groundbreaking San Diego-based Stone Brewing is the 8th largest craft brewer in the United States. Recognized as an award-winning industry leader, Stone has been listed on the Inc. 500 | 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list 12 times and has been called the “All-time Top Brewery on Planet Earth” by BeerAdvocate magazine twice. The multifaceted company was the first American craft brewer to build, own and operate its own brewery in Europe (Berlin, Germany), and also opened a production brewery in Richmond, Virginia in 2016. Known for its bold, flavorful and largely hop-centric beers, Stone has earned a reputation for brewing outstanding, unique beers while maintaining an unwavering commitment to sustainability, business ethics, philanthropy and the art of brewing… and pledging never, ever, sell out to the man.  For more information on Stone Brewing, please visit stonebrewing.com or the company’s social media sites: Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.