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Caldera IPA
Beer-a-Day #316 
I was at my favorite retailer recently and I was able to score seven craft beers in cans. I declare a “Can Week”!
Today: IPA from Caldera Brewing a small microbrewer in Ashland Oregon and the first in Oregon to can their beer.
An American-style India Pale Ale brewed with plenty of body and an assertive hop profile.
Medium amber and clear. Lots of grapefruity hop aroma. That’s pretty good, although I’m finding it a little harsh in the finish. My wife rather likes it, though.
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Forty-something, married, with two kids. I generally prefer the English styles - ESB, IPA - but am willing to try just about anything. You can reach me at al@hop-talk.com.
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