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Sixpoint Brewing's facility in Redhook, Brooklyn, is understated - it's not the kind of showplace  that many Craft brewers, who've been around as long as they have, have created. That said, it's one of the coolest places that we've ever brewed in. Watch & find out why - what a terrific day.

What better day/way to end our 20th Anniversary madness than to commemorate with a Triple Double -- a trio of Double IPAs. Lagunitas presents The Waldo's Special Ale -- the quintessential 4/20 beer and the dankest beer Lagunitas has ever brewed. We will tap the keg at 4:19 to make sure that everyone has a beer in time for the toast at 4:20. There will be fun Waldo giveaways, of course! Sixpoint presents Puff (A hazy, unfiltered, and highly aromatic Double IPA) that also is becoming a 4/20 tradition -- Sixpoint will provide Puff rolling papers for stuffing with whatever you want to puff on while getting your Puff on! Laurelwood releases the always anticipated Megafauna Double IPA on draft in our taproom. Brewers and representatives will be here to talk with fans and share some great Laurelwood gear.

Sixpoint “Bengali”

87 B+

Bengali is an American IPA, which is available throughout the year. Sixpoint has really strong identity design, and the tall, slender cans add further originality. Aromas release a fruity blend of peach, apricot, and grapefruit. Herbal notes consist of grass, herb, and evergreen. Malt notes come across as toasted bread with sweet hints of caramel.

The palate closely resembles the nose, starting with malty flavors of biscuits, honey, and caramel to establish a light, yet supportive frame. Citrus-flavored hops give a heavy impression of sweet grapefruit pith, blending with an additional hint of dried apricot. Bitterness falls to the back in a citrus character that closely resembles both grapefruit and orange zest. Herbal tendencies follow in a heavy underbelly of grass, earth, and pine oil. The climax is signaled by a touch of spice, then faint tropical notes embellish the aftertaste. Mouthfeel delivers a medium-weight body over uncharacteristically weak carbonation, which despite it's subtlety, manages to reach a crisp edge with a dry departure.

The combination of proper balance and well-managed bitterness make this fairly drinkable for an IPA. Hops deliver a rather short spectrum where citrus takes the lead, but the combination of flavors is quite refreshing. It's a bit rough on the edges. Some English character comes through to make this slightly more unique, but I'm not impressed overall. When it comes to this most prevalent of styles, there are simply better options out there. It's a fine beer, but I don't necessarily recommend it.

6.5%

69 IBU

Brewers converge on Aussie hotel for good – and bad – beer festival

SELL out crowds will be following some of the world’s most renowned brewers to South Australia’s temple of beer, the Wheatsheaf Hotel, for a five day festival devoted to flavor.

The hotel is well known for its extensive craft brew list, constantly rotating taps, special tap-takeovers, wine and fine scotch and whiskey collection, but the Wheatsheaf is about to start its own craft endeavor.

They’…