Illumination Double IPA
Central Waters Brewing Co.
351 Allen St.
Amherst, WI
This is my re-review of this beer. I last had and reviewed this beer on September 13, 2010 (review here) I unknowingly reviewed it when the beer had been upwards of 6 months old, and we all know that an IPA / DIPA should be had as fresh as possible. The review wasn't too shining (37/50). I've discussed this beer with fellow beeradvocates and decided to pick this beer up again and give it another try. People had told me that this was one of their favorite beers of 2010, so let's see how a fresh 2011 version comes off:
Aroma: (10/12) 
The fruity hop characteristics hit my nose first, then a little underlying pine.
Appearance: (3/3) 
A fairly clear beer with just a touch of haze, most likely from the hopping. Last years 6 month old beer was extremely hazy (2010 photo)
Flavor: (17/20)
Bitterness hits you up-front, with a punch. Through the middle-tongue, the malt does kick in some, but not much - as the hops carry through fairly strongly. At the back of the tongue to the finish, the hops increase in intensity. Very bitter finish.
Mouthfeel: (4/5)
A medium-bodied beer. A pretty sweet brew. A little too sweet for me. Not too dry.
Overall Impression: (9/10) 
This is a pretty good beer and I see a lot of people really like it. It is a little too bitter and sweet for me, especially the finish. Bood brew, just not for me.
TOTAL: 43/50
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