Stoneface Pink Duct Ipa

Stoneface Pink Duct is an IPA sold as a four-pack of cans, listed here as a Massachusetts beer. No ABV, IBU or hop bill has been supplied for it, so what follows describes what to expect from an American IPA rather than a measured profile. Check the can for the exact strength. American-style IPAs usually lead with hop aroma: citrus peel, grapefruit, pine resin, and often a tropical or stone-fruit note from modern aroma hops. Bitterness typically sits in the moderate-to-assertive range, backed by a light bready or biscuity malt that keeps it from tasting thin. Cans suit the style because they keep light and oxygen away from hop-forward beer, which fades faster than most. For that reason, drink the pack reasonably fresh and keep it cold and upright rather than cellaring it. Serve it at roughly 40 to 45°F (4 to 7°C). Straight from a very cold fridge, the hop aroma stays muted. Let the can sit for a few minutes after opening the fridge and the citrus and resin come forward. An IPA glass, a tulip, or a standard shaker pint with a slight taper will all work. Pour into the glass rather than drinking from the can, since much of an IPA's character is in the smell. For food, the bitterness and carbonation cut through fat and spice. Expect it to do well with cheeseburgers, fried chicken, tacos al pastor, buffalo wings, sharp cheddar, and curries with some heat. Sweeter dishes like carrot cake or a spiced sticky glaze also pair well, as the hops contrast with the sugar.