Downtown Wine and Gourmet Tasting - Union Jack

• Name: Union Jack
• Type: American IPA
• Brewer: Firestone Walker Brewing Company
• Region: Paso Robles, California
• Country: United States
• Time of Year: Year-round
• Price: $2 for 12oz, $11 for six pack
• Man-derstanding Review: This American IPA (India Pale Ale) has 7.5% ABV and as I stuck my nose directly to the mouth of the bottle, I got a huge whiff of the citrus infused hops. Union Jack pours a honey color and carries a very smooth, medium body brew that is quite full flavored. For an IPA, it is pretty well balanced and drinkable. I am still not a huge fan of IPAs but this is one of the better brews I have tried. I normally do not order IPAs when I drink beer, however I would consider drinking this one again. Cinko says: 3.5 out of 5.
• My Review: This beer was nice and sweet on the nose, with hints of berry, it smelled very tasty.  When poured, the head of foam rose high, I blew it down before sipping it.  The flavors were very good, nice and sweet and well balanced, a good beer.
• Food: Crackers