Abita Jockamo IPA

In part two of the CU Brew Blog's International #IPADay 6-Pack, we'll be heading across country to a state that boasts a personality just as big and bold as the brew being honored throughout the beer universe today.

If Boulder Beer's Mojo IPA is the standard we're living up to, Louisiana's Abita Jockamo IPA is the cream of today's crop. I had hoped to review each of today's 6 brews based solely on their own merits, but for every reason I liked Mojo, I absolutely love Jockamo. The comparison is just natural.

Abita claims to brew Jockamo in a traditional style which means they have chosen a truly amazing blend of hops. This is without a doubt a very strong beer, but at the same time, it is also one of the least overwhelming beers I have ever tasted.

Jockamo drinks like a heavy IPA but finishes just as crisp and cleanly as a wheat beer would. This bold yet unassuming taste spreads over your taste buds instantly and retains that full flavor for at least 15 seconds before it disappears leaving your palate as fresh as it would be if you just rinsed your mouth.

Simple yet distinct, Jockamo's taste truly ignites when being enjoyed with a pizza. A bit of a side note however, if your pizza du jour happens to be Papa John's, do not mix this IPA with the garlic sauce. That is one combination I would not recommend.

Abita Jockamo IPA comes in at 9 mugs out of 10.