New Brew Thursday: 'Broccoli Kong' from Other Half

I have recently gotten into beer trading (more on that later) and thanks to someone in one of the groups I joined I was finally able to try a few offerings from Other Half. I had heard of Other Half sometime last year and while I have a weird prejudice against New York breweries I had always wanted to try brews from Other Half and they did not disappoint. I had a few of their Imperial IPAs and Double IPAs however I save 'Broccoli Kong' for last.

'Broccoli Kong' is an Imperial, multi-hop IPA that is a shockingly light 8% ABV and an even shockingly lighter mouthfeel. Before even opening the beer the artwork on the can is magnificent. As stated before I am a sucker for a good name and while this one is pretty solid it is the artwork on the label that really made me save this one for a good night so sit and relax.

While this offering has Simcoe, Mosaic, Citra, Nelson Sauvin, and Simcoe Cyro hops the two main stars of the show are the Simcoe and Mosaic. This beer has a distinct Simcoe look as does its initial taste with that trademark sweetness with those subtle piney hints. The finish however is mostly Mosaic with a lingering juicy finish with hints of grapefruit. Citra and Nelson Sauvin play an incredible supporting role providing balance and citrus notes as well.

'Broccoli Kong' is an awesome beer that also has a fun name with a awesome label. One of the only times in life where you can judge a book by its cover and not be disappointed.