Because Math and Hops Are a Match Made in Brewery Heaven
In the craft beer cosmos, where every brewer is a mad scientist on a quest for the hoppiest concoction, Equilibrium Brewery presents us with "Humulus²," a Double IPA that sounds more like a homework problem than a drink. This beer isn’t just a brew; it’s an equation, boldly asserting that when it comes to hops, you can square the amount and the enjoyment will follow suit. Because, obviously, what your beer was missing was a side of algebra.
First off, let’s discuss this name: Humulus². For those who missed that day in Botany 101, “Humulus” is the genus of hops, making this beer sound like it’s not just infused with hops but actually mutated with them. It’s as if Equilibrium decided that simply having hops wasn’t enough; they needed to ensure the hops were so potent, they could potentially hop out of the glass and run away.
Drinking Humulus² is akin to diving headfirst into a hop field, mouth agape, during peak bloom. It’s so hop-forward that it makes other IPAs look like they’re brewed with hop-scented air fresheners instead of the real deal. Each sip delivers a roundhouse kick of bitterness, followed by a subtle whisper (more like a shout) of citrus and pine, reminding you that this beer is here to party, and it’s brought all its hop friends.
The flavor profile of Humulus² is like attending a concert where the only instrument is a hop cannon. It’s a relentless barrage of bitter, floral, and citrus notes, all vying for your attention like overly eager salespeople. The experience is akin to being smothered in a hop pillow – overwhelming, slightly confusing, but oddly comforting if you’re into that sort of thing.
What do you pair with a beer that’s essentially a hop bomb in liquid form? The answer is simple: foods that can withstand the blast. Spicy dishes that fight back, sharp cheeses that cut through the bitterness, or, if you’re feeling particularly bold, a spoonful of hop pellets for that extra kick.
Humulus² stands as a monument to hop excess, a testament to Equilibrium Brewery’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what a Double IPA can be. It’s a beer for those who believe that when it comes to hops, more is always better, and that the best beers are those that leave your taste buds wondering what hit them.
So here’s to Humulus², the beer that took the concept of hops and squared it, because in the world of craft beer, the only thing better than hops is more hops. May your glasses always be full, and may your equations always be balanced. Cheers to the hoppy madness that is craft brewing.
Cheers you, magnificent silly bastards!
