With two locations in Columbus, Barley's is a central Ohio staple. After the Brewski Brothers went to Barley's Smokehouse in late July, I was pleased to return home with a growler of their Centennial India Pale Ale.
As you can see, the CIPA pours a hazy straw color and has a glacier-thick head on it. A dash of spruce and grapefruit on the nose. The mouthfeel was rather thin and light, almost undercarbonated due to its softness. A dash orangey and a bit of light malt sweetness. Not as much hop presence as I would have liked, but it is an easy session beer. Perfect for burgers off the grill.
Generally, I love IPAs. I didn't quite love this one. Definitely likeable though. It was kind of watery and lacked carbonation. The flavor was nice, but I just wanted more of it. Smooth and refreshing, the Centennial India Pale Ale is as inviting as your mother's sofa. Barley's, we love you. Especially your barleywine. We think you could do better on this one and hop it up a bit. Don't fear flavor. Hopheads agree.
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