Beer Review: Brix Factory Brewing – Collapsing Waves West Coast IPA
Style: West Coast IPA
ABV: 6.3%
Appearance: Pours a brilliant, crystal-clear golden amber with a fluffy, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing down the glass.
The Experience
- Aroma: Right out of the pour, it delivers a vibrant, expressive punch of fresh hops. Leading the charge are bright notes of tart blood orange and zesty mandarin flesh, quickly followed by a layer of sweet summer blueberry and a distinct, resinous kick of dank tropicality.
- Flavor: The palate mirrors the nose closely, opening with an assertive, crunchy bitterness characteristic of a proper West Coast style. It manages to avoid being overly harsh by anchoring the hop profile with a light, foundational kiss of malty sweetness. Mid-palate brings out juicy citrus elements, leaning heavily into fresh orange peel and wild berries.
- Mouthfeel: Exceptionally crisp, light-to-medium bodied, and highly refreshing. The carbonation is lively, driving the hop oils across the palate and leaving a clean, pleasantly dry finish that begs for another sip.
The Verdict
Collapsing Waves strikes a smart balance between old-school West Coast structure and modern fruit-forward hop selection. At 6.3% ABV, it sits comfortably in the sessionable realm for an IPA without sacrificing any aromatic intensity or character. It is clean, snappy, and satisfyingly bitter.
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