This week's Sunday Night Suds looks at New Belgium's The Hemperor HPA.
No, HPA is not a new style of beer (yet), but The Hemperor HPA is an interesting combination of beer and Hemp seeds. As discussed by the New Belgium brewers
With the popularity of hoppy beers, our brewers are always on the lookout for different hop varieties and the complexities and flavors new strains can bring. That’s where hemp comes into the picture. Without getting too nerdy, we found a unique way to recreate hemp terpene flavors in a beer, which complement the inclusion of hop flavors and hemp hearts (seeds) in a brand new, delicious way—not to mention this beer is extremely dank! The flavors and aromas are so unique that it’s a style unto itself, hence HPA.
I can't remember if I picked this up at the Total Wine & Liquor outlet in Westbury, NY or Oliver's in Albany, but one way or the other I did buy it in New York...which means that there is no THC in it. Also, given that the beer is kosher certified by the Vaad of Denver (which I verified with the mashgiach who also recommended the beer) I am doubly certain that the beer does not have any plant derived hallucinogen properties.
What I can tell about the beer is that it has an interesting twist on the traditional IPA. You can definitely taste the hops and some alcohol bite from the 7% abv, but there are some other floral notes which I was unfamiliar with and even a little breadiness which I was not expecting. At 10.99 for a four pack the beer is a little pricey and I think I paid 3.99 for a single, but if you are looking to try an off the beaten path IPA it might be worth your while.
The New Belgium The Hemperor HPA is under kosher supervision by the Scroll-K/Va'ad of Denver, and their symbol is on the bottom of the six pack holder. However, not every brew produced by New Belgium is under kosher supervision.
To see what the experts on Beer Advocate think about The Hemperor HPA, click here https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/192/326798.
As always, please remember to drink responsibly and to never waste good beer unless there is no designated driver.
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