Corsair
Amager Bryghus in Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark 🇩🇰
IPA - West Coast Regular Out of Production|
Score
6.81
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Dryhopped West Coast IPA
The Golden Age of pirates is often considered to have happened between 1650 and 1730. And thanks to Hollywood we often consider the Caribbean to be the historic hotspot of piracy. The west coast of America was largely free from pirate activities, because with the exception of Spain, the major sea powers of Europe had very little presence there. But there was one exception, Hippolyte de Bouchard, often called California’s only pirate. Born in St. Tropez in 1780, Hippolyte worked both in the merchant fleet and later in the French Navy proper. Disillusioned with the direction of the French Revolution – it wasn’t quite revolutionary enough in his opinion – he left for Argentina when he was 29. Here he could live out his urge for more revolution, as Argentina at this time was fighting fiercely for its independence from the Spanish. Appreciating all good fighting men, Argentina soon granted Bouchard a corsair license, allowing him to fight all enemies of Argentina, and keep the loot. A pirate with a license, so to speak. And then we jump to 1818 and the only pirate attack ever on the Californian coast line. California, after all, was still a Spanish territory at this time. Bouchard, now commanding the frigate La Argentina, successfully sent a landing party ashore, capturing the fort at Monterey, flying the Argentinian flag over it for six days before moving on. In Argentina and other countries of South America, Hippolyte de Bouchard is regarded as a patriot and hero; streets and monuments bear his name. But for the early settlers of California, he was a dreaded pirate!
Bygmalt: Golden Promise, Vienna, Cara-Pils, Cara-Hell. Humle: Columbus, El Dorado, Hüll Melon, Comet. Gær: US-Ale
The Golden Age of pirates is often considered to have happened between 1650 and 1730. And thanks to Hollywood we often consider the Caribbean to be the historic hotspot of piracy. The west coast of America was largely free from pirate activities, because with the exception of Spain, the major sea powers of Europe had very little presence there. But there was one exception, Hippolyte de Bouchard, often called California’s only pirate. Born in St. Tropez in 1780, Hippolyte worked both in the merchant fleet and later in the French Navy proper. Disillusioned with the direction of the French Revolution – it wasn’t quite revolutionary enough in his opinion – he left for Argentina when he was 29. Here he could live out his urge for more revolution, as Argentina at this time was fighting fiercely for its independence from the Spanish. Appreciating all good fighting men, Argentina soon granted Bouchard a corsair license, allowing him to fight all enemies of Argentina, and keep the loot. A pirate with a license, so to speak. And then we jump to 1818 and the only pirate attack ever on the Californian coast line. California, after all, was still a Spanish territory at this time. Bouchard, now commanding the frigate La Argentina, successfully sent a landing party ashore, capturing the fort at Monterey, flying the Argentinian flag over it for six days before moving on. In Argentina and other countries of South America, Hippolyte de Bouchard is regarded as a patriot and hero; streets and monuments bear his name. But for the early settlers of California, he was a dreaded pirate!
Bygmalt: Golden Promise, Vienna, Cara-Pils, Cara-Hell. Humle: Columbus, El Dorado, Hüll Melon, Comet. Gær: US-Ale
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6.1/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 5
Flavor 5
Texture 8
Overall 6.5
On tap at Ghetto Something, Koper. Shared with Kita and Ogi. Clear golden, small off-white head. Lightly hoppy, fruity, ripe stone fruit, honey and malts. Not in the best shape. A citrus touch. Medium body, moderate bitterness, slightly sticky. Quite bitter. Malty, herbal, spicy flavour. Bitter finish.
Tried
from Draft
on 23 Aug 2023
at 16:22
8/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 8
Overall 8
Can, 0.44l. Aroma of citrus, passion fruit, pine, herbs and biscuit. Pours cloudy deep golden color with thin creamy white head and sparkling appearance. Taste starts juicy citrusy and medium sweet grainy, follows by melon and herbs with faint medicinal note, mouthfeel is crisp and rather dry, while finish is heavy bitter. Medium body, oily texture and lively carbonation in palate. Pirate IPA…
Tried
from Can
on 23 Aug 2023
at 04:35
6.6/10
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Appearance 4
Aroma 7
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 7.5
Draft. A hazy dark golden beer with a yellowish head. The aroma has notes of grapefruit, oranges, hops, and malt. The flavor is sweet with notes of hops, spices, citrus fruits, and malt, leading to a bitter finish.
Tried
from Draft
on 30 Jul 2023
at 16:51