Baroona Challenger
Waiheke Island Brewery
IPA - English
5.5% ABV
Savour Session
Characteristics
Complex, Crisp, Fruity, Intense, Hoppy, Bitter, VelvetyDescription
Baroona Challenger: A Captivating English IPA Hailing from the renowned Waiheke Island Brewery, the Baroona Challenger is a captivating English IPA that tantalizes the senses. With an alcohol volume of 5.5%, this latest offering from Baroona showcases a delicate balance of aromas and flavors. The delicate aroma of Challenger hops is delightfully complemented by a toasted maltiness, inviting you to explore this beer further. On the palate, you'll be greeted by rich malt flavors characteristic of the Munich and Vienna malts used in its creation. The mouthfeel is robust yet silky smooth, a testament to the high alcohol content. The Challenger hops impart a wonderfully smooth bitterness that, when married to the malt, develops into a delightfully long-lingering bittersweet finish, leaving you craving more. This IPA style, born in 19th-century England, was designed to withstand the long journey to the English troops stationed in India, and the Baroona Challenger emulates this tradition with aplomb.
Pairing
- Grilled salmon with lemon and dill
- Roasted chicken with rosemary and garlic
- Beef and mushroom stew
- Hearty beef and vegetable pie
- Creamy mushroom risotto
- Spicy chicken curry with basmati rice
- Sausage and caramelized onion pizza
- Grilled portobello mushroom burgers
