Epic Brewing and Duncan's Brewing
Posted by Ian C on 4th Mar 2020
Citizens,
This week we highlight two Breweries from the land of the long white cloud.
Epic Brewing (Auckland)– One of the originals , opened in 2006. One of my favourite Breweries (I even have a Hop Zombie glow in the dark tee shirt, saves on electricity)
Relative new kid on the block, Duncan's Brewing is located on the Kapiti Coast, near Wellington.
YES Epic have finally
decided to make a Hazy IPA.
Why has it taken so long?
As with anything Epic does, much research, thought and contemplation goes into
making a new style of beer.
Research was extensive, with Luke visiting the US twice, visiting breweries,
tasting beers and asking questions to perfect the best Hazy IPA
They nailed it.
Epic LOVE is back ! This time the recipe is a modified version of Armageddon and Love & Affection IPA with the Mosaic hops boosted up, and Centennial reduced.The bitterness of this years batch has also been reduced slightly for more drinkability.
Rate Beer: 95/100
A dry Japanese style Lager brewed with Yuzu to give a big refreshing citrus hit. Yuzu is a type of Japanese citrus that has similar flavours to lemon, grapefruit and lime.
Packed with 100gm/L of pawpaw and mango, this hazy style IPA is smooth, fruity, thick and juicy. Sabro, Amarillo and Citra hops add to the tropical punch.
A big, juicy, hazy, IPA. Brewed with mango, passion-fruit, pineapple, and a literal bucket load of Mosaic and Citra hops.
PS – I send out a weekly newsletter with the pick of the NEW BREWS for the week. If you would like to get this, please email blake@oakbarrel.com.au & include your Christian name
Drink well
Ian C