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Pliny the Elder

by Russian River Brewing · California, USA

“The benchmark double IPA: piney, resinous and dangerously balanced.”

Top 100 score
99.0
ABV
8%
IBU
100
Glass
IPA glass or tulip
Serve at
45–50°F / 7–10°C
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The benchmark double IPA: piney, resinous and dangerously balanced.

Pliny the Elder is a Double IPA from Russian River Brewing in California, USA, weighing in at 8% ABV. Amplified hop aroma, higher alcohol and a honeyed malt backbone.

How to enjoy it

Best glass: IPA glass or tulip. Serve at 45–50°F / 7–10°C. Let it breathe for a minute — aromas open up as it warms slightly.

🍽️ Food pairings

  • Blue cheese
  • Spicy Thai
  • Barbecue brisket
  • Crème brûlée

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📊 How it scores

Editorial
99
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Strength
8%
Bitterness
100

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