Stone Brewing's 'FML' Hazy Double IPA, is an 8.5% ABV beer that artfully combines the best of West and East Coast styles, offering a unique cross-country experience. Originating from Stone Brewing's East Coast home in Virginia, specifically Stone Brewing Richmond, this beer pays homage to its birthplace with the three words ///fear.movie.lions, a global positioning system reference.
Released on June 4, 2018, this vegan-friendly Hazy Double IPA boasts a distinctive flavor profile with tasting notes reminiscent of fresh-squeezed fruit juice, strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and a subtle hint of white sage. Pouring an opaque, murky gold with a fluffy white head, it entices with an aroma that blends fresh fruit, juicy hops, and a touch of pineapple. The palate is juicy, leading to a short, moderately bitter finish, creating a harmonious balance between East Coast smoothness and West Coast bitterness.
Stone Brewing's 'FML' Hazy Double IPA is a sensory delight, capturing the essence of a farm stand on the side of the road during hop harvest in Yakima, WA. This beer promises a journey of flavors, offering a unique take on a hazy East Coast Double IPA.