Rogue XS Imperial India Pale Ale

Rogue Ales are from Newport, Oregon. It is 9.5% ABV and uses Newport, Bravo, Amarillo, and Centennial hops. The beer pours a hazy amber in color. There is over an inch of off-white thick foam. The aroma is fruity, citrus, lots of orange, a whiff of passion fruit, a touch of grass and a very light touch of earthy funkiness. The taste follows the aromas, lots of orange, all held up by ample malt that bears the load of the hops without taking the forefront. The finish is massively bitter, adding grapefruit peel. The beer is medium bodied, but drinks fairly easy considering its high alcohol and big flavors. This is a solid and tight Imperial IPA.