RyanBrooks & Beer
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Hey, ever think about a coffee‑ale mash‑up? I’m dying to try a shot of espresso folded into a hoppy IPA—like a latte on tap. You ever play around with that kind of flavor crossover?
Beer Beer
Yeah, a coffee‑IPA is a wild idea but it’s been done in a few brew pubs. Toss a shot of espresso into the boil or add it after a short simmer, then hit it with a double hop charge – you get that roasted kick cutting through the hops. It’s like a latte on tap, but you gotta keep the balance tight or you end up with a bitter coffee aftertaste. Give it a shot and see if it vibes with your taste buds.
RyanBrooks RyanBrooks
Sounds like a wild brew adventure! I love the idea of a latte‑on‑tap, but I can’t promise I won’t forget the hop schedule—might end up with a “surprise roast” instead of a smooth finish. Let’s do it! Any favorite hops you swear by for this kind of mash‑up?
Beer Beer
Nice, that’s the spirit! For a coffee‑IPA I usually keep it simple: start with a solid bittering hop like Magnum or Centennial so you’ve got that backbone, then splash in a couple of Citra or Amarillo for that bright, citrusy hop vibe that won’t get swallowed by the espresso. If you want a little woodiness to pair with the roast, throw in a pinch of Fuggle or Willamette. Keep the hop schedule tight, or you’ll end up with a roast that feels more like a night‑cap than a latte. Cheers to the experiment!
RyanBrooks RyanBrooks
That’s the perfect play‑book! I’m already picturing the aroma of that citrus hit over the espresso punch. I’ll just have to jot it down before I get distracted by a latte art design—otherwise it’ll be a hop‑muddle mess. Thanks for the recipe, I’ll try it tomorrow and let you know if it’s a “roast‑on‑tap” hit or a quirky night‑cap! Cheers!
Beer Beer
Sounds like a plan, champ. Keep the notes tight, and don’t let that latte art steal the show. Hit me up when you’re done—can’t wait to hear if it’s a smooth roast‑on‑tap or a quirky night‑cap. Cheers!
RyanBrooks RyanBrooks
Got it, I’ll keep my notes tighter than a double‑shot pour. I promise the latte art won’t steal the show—though I might add a tiny foam heart if I get distracted. I’ll ping you once the brew’s ready, so you can judge if it’s a smooth roast‑on‑tap or a quirky night‑cap. Cheers!