Mybeerbuzz.com Highlights Shipyard Island Time Session IPA

The Session IPA category is growing rapidly in the craft beer world, and for good reason.  Mix in the mouthfeel and hoppiness of an IPA, with the drinkability of a lower AbV beer, and it’s no wonder why there are more and more beers of this style hitting the market.  Back in Feb we gave you an early peek at this beerShipyard Brewing Island Time Session IPA, and even better that just that, we also had a chance to sample Island Time in cans.

This beer pours a beautiful golden hue, and of course the aroma hits you right away.  Island Time is loaded with bright and citrusy aromas and a late glimmer of spice.  The first sip brings out some nice citrus notes followed by some slightly resinous flavors that we really liked (40 IBU).  I kept finding grapefruit in the flavor and that flavor was even more prominent as the beer warmed.  Of course I really like the grapefruit-side of hops so I found this beer to be very drinkable….and at just 4.5%-AbV, you can drink a lot.

Island Time uses Amarillo and Simcoe hops grown in the Pacific Northwest as well as Pale and Carafoam malts and “Ringwood” yeast.  The beer hits 4.5%-AbV and I think the 12oz can is the perfect package, although I have seen packaging for 12oz bottles and kegs as well.  Island Time was released on May 5th so get out there and get some now.  This will be a great beach-beer also, so plan ahead.

Shipyard Island Time has a really fresh flavor and aroma and it’s definitely a beer you need to try for yourself.  And as always, when you do try it, be sure to let us know what YOU think.