Flying Monkey love them some hops. Their beer selections include such hoppy brews like Hoptical Illusion and Antigravity and so I was expecting a significant amount of hops from this and they did not disappoint on that front. Many readers will know that I am not a fan of the craft brew trend of engaging in an arms race of hops so I always am a bit skeptical of IPA's or APA's but fortunately Flying Monkey resisted that temptation.
It pours black, but it does not taste like a dark ale whatsoever, which was a bit of a shock. Most dark beers are very malty tasting, but this one does not taste like malt at all. Once you get past the fact that it tastes like a regular IPA, but darker, it is actually a pretty tasty beer. It's well balanced and not overwhelmingly hoppy, however the hops that it does have make an appearance at the end of the sip, a decently hoppy finish. It also has a bit of citrus undertones that catch you a bit off guard, but that goes back to the fact that you are drinking a black beer that tastes like a light coloured IPA. Flying Monkey are known for their adventurousness, and this really fits their mold and I applaud them for trying new stuff, especially as their beer usually involves a ton of hops. It is a solid beer, just don't let the colour confuse you.
It's available at the beers store and LCBO as well as at bars and restaurants throughout Ontario. They also have a store at their brewery in Barrie.
Rating: 4 Steins
What you need to know
Brewery
107 Dunlop St. East
Barrie ON
L4M1A6
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http://www.theflyingmonkeys.ca/
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