Brew Free! or Die Blood Orange IPA

The Brew Free! or Die Blood Orange IPA by 21st Amendment Brewery is a high-performance fruited IPA with a 7.0% ABV and 70 IBUs. Unlike typical fruit beers, this brew maintains the robust hop character of a classic West Coast IPA while infusing 100% fresh blood orange puree to create a distinctive flavor profile. It opens with an explosive aroma reminiscent of satsuma perfume and orange sherbet, heightened by aggressive dry-hopping with citrus-forward varieties like Citra and Mosaic. On the palate, it prioritizes the tangy, pithy bitterness of the orange rind over simple sweetness, which is supported by a silky malt backbone. The finish is remarkably dry and clean, leaving a lingering trail of orange zest and kettle hop bitterness that makes it both complex and incredibly refreshing.

Here are two pairings that perfectly complement the 'Brew Free! or Die Blood Orange IPA' from 21st Amendment Brewery. 1. Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa: The explosive blood orange, satsuma notes, and hoppy bitterness of this IPA pair fantastically with sweet and spicy shrimp tacos. The sweetness of the mango salsa enhances the IPA's citrus aromas, while the spiciness of the tacos balances the hop bitterness, creating a diverse flavor profile. Finally, the IPA's refreshing carbonation cleanses the palate. 2. Grilled Cheeseburgers and Spicy Wings: The refreshing zest of the orange cleanses the palate from savory fats, while the beer's carbonation and bitterness stand up perfectly to salty cheese and spicy wing sauces.