The First release in our “New Orthodox” IPA series, M-43 is designed to accentuate the deep and complex character from the combination of Calypso, Amarillo, Citra, and Simcoe hops. Citrus and Tropical notes of Pineapple, Mango, and Grapefruit come through in the huge, yet surprisingly delicate aroma. The flavor backs these aromas with a soft, pillowy mouthfeel.
Hop bitterness is not particularly intense, which leads to a very drinkable, juicy IPA even non-IPA fans love. The Haze is not from yeast, but rather from an interplay of lipids from the malted oat, oils, and acids that naturally occur in the hand-selected Dry hops. This beer is a perfect interplay between top-grade malt and hops, MI water, and brewing technique which cannot be faked.
IBU: 68
Reviews
Johan B
@ Glasbanken3 years ago
4.5
B2B with the original.
Aroma: Still tropical as the original, but there is a difference. This one is more green/herbal.
Taste: Juicy. Bright citrus, a bit more lemon and less orange than the original. Pineapple, mango. It’s not more piney/herbal than the original.
In this case I think I would prefer the original before this DDH version, but it might have to do with that this one is 1 month older. There’s not a huge difference between the two. Seriously good beers!
Sirdubby
@ Pint Please at Home3 years ago
4.5
Side by side review with regular M-43 and Double Dry Hopped M-43.
Regular: Citrusy aroma with notes of oranges and grapefruit. Taste has citrusy hops, oranges and grapefruit.
DDH: Citrusy aroma that is noticeably more aromatic along with notes of oranges and grapefruit. Taste has citrusy hops, oranges and grapefruit. The hops in this one have a bite that's not present in the regular version.
The body of both are very similar. Medium+ body with a similar medium-ish amount of carbonation.
Verdict: Both are great beers. Regular M-43 is such a great, smooth and flavorful NEIPA. The DDH version is very similar, but the double dry hopping lends a bite and a bit more bitterness, which makes it less smooth and allows the hops to be the star. I think I like them both the same, but for different reasons. 4.5/5 for both.
Sirdubby
@ Horrock's Tavern6 years ago
4.5
Slightly less juicy, slightly more bitter version of regular M-43. Delicious. 4.5/5
Dmarie
@ Water Tower Sports Bar7 years ago
3.5
Sirdubby
@ Horrock's Tavern7 years ago
4.5
Just like regular M-43 with a slightly more bitter bite. Just as tasty. 4.5/5