What a Wookey!

Right now I am drinking a Wookey Jack-Black Rye IPA. Mr. Not-Flanny just told me it was one of the better beers he has ever had. Now that is a feat because Mr. Not-Flanny has drank a lot of beers in his medium-length life. So I must give kudos to the Wookey ! I also think it is a delightful beer. Ms. Flanny, me, says it is really good pouted into a glass. I haven't drank it straight from the bottle yet, feeling a little classy, so I can't comment on that form of transport.

I wouldn't classify it as my favorite IPA because it isn't a regular IPA, it is a Rye IPA. I like it a whole lot though. It makes me think that I need to drink more Rye IPAs so my taste buds can continue this lovely experience. The beer has a kick to it but feels light. It is dark in color, smooth and doesn't have much of an aftertaste.

Of course the hoppiness provides that little punch we all love from our IPAs. You know, where the sides of your tongue are like, "oh, hello beer". One Rye Ale I know is Founders Red Rya PA. That's a pale ale though, without the India.

Speaking of India, did you know IPA was first brewed in England. If Alex Trebeck had asked me that question five seconds ago I would have confidently answered India.

"The the hometown of the IPA," reads Alex.
Buzz (That's me buzzing).
Alex dutifully says, "Flanny for 2000."
"Where is India!" I answer in a Wheel of Fortune style shout.
"Ohh no, so sorry, wrong country AND continent, Flanny. The correct answer is 'Where is England'. It's a good thing you don't need to be an expert to drink beer, eh."

Alex always knows how to pour a little salt in a wound. I like him for that. Luckily I googled IPA's origin tonight so I won't embarrass myself when he does ask me.

Back to my Wookey Jack, it's a beer I would recommend to people who like to drink beer in candlelight or next to a campfire. It feels sophisticated and almost a little romantic. Although I might think it tastes romantic because I am now looking at the picture of the beer next to a candle.

I want another one but I only bought one.

Flanny Beer Rating: 97/100