Today I’m taking a look at Roak Brewing’s Flavorful Five – a 9.2% Double New England Style IPA from Roak Brewing in Royal Oak, Michigan. This is a great DNEIPA with a sweet juiciness and a slight boozy taste that sets it apart from others I’ve tried. Check it out!
I’m very lucky that I live in an area with a lot of really talented brewers and a great craft brew scene. You wouldn’t be hard pressed to find a couple of places where you can belly up to the bar and spend a few hours with some great beer. Considering how much I enjoy going to a brewpub with friends, I feel great ambiance is just as important as how good the beer is.
With that being said, this past Wednesday I was in Royal Oak, Michigan and decided to grab my friend Erik (he enjoys being grabbed) and visit River Rouge Brewing Company. (more…)