Shipyard Brewing Co. XXXX IPA

This India pale ale pours a translucent dark copper in color and has aromas of citrus, carmel and fruitcake.  Taste is citrus, a hint of lime, fruit and burnt caramel.  It smells sweeter than it tastes.  It has a violently crisp and bitter finish.  It is heavy on both the hops and the malt.  It is a monster without being too overbearing.  9.25% ABV.

The Shipyard Brewing Company is in Portland, ME.  I picked up this 12 oz. bottle at Beer Crazy in Urbandale, Iowa.