![]() ![]() That’s certainly the case with this combination. Jipp said that the Trefoils cutting down that bitterness allows for the fruity hops to “shine.” The buttery cookie cuts down on the slight bitterness of the IPA - which isn’t particularly strong to begin with, so non-IPA fans, this might be for you. ![]() The lighter IPA pairs well with the buttery Trefoil cookies, which are reminiscent of a Nilla wafer. Most distinguishable in its slightly bitter, citrus flavor is grapefruit, or at least that’s what the woman sitting across from me noticed. Trefoils with Bubba Hazy IPAīubba is a hazy India pale ale with citrus flavors, thanks to the Citra, Mosaic and Michigan Copper hops, according to the brewery's website. The beer is Backpocket’s seasonal coffee stout and uses medium and dark roast coffee beans from Wake Up Iowa coffee, Jipp said at the event. The sweetness of the cookie cuts down on the bitterness, making the coffee stout palatable to those who prefer a little sugar with their morning brew. The coffee stout, a rich dark brown, is perfect on its own for those who want a kick to the java flavor. ![]() Martinez likened it to a Starbucks concoction. Perhaps the most interesting pairing of the bunch, the coffee stout and thin mint combination tastes like mint chip and coffee ice cream were served by the same ice cream scooper. The Press-Citizen joined the event to get a taste of the pairings. The brewery began hosting Girl Scout cookie and beer pairings in 2017, according to event coordinator Elena Martinez. Related: Do Girl Scout cookies and wine go together? Della Viti's owner gives you pairings for each cookie The sisters told the Press-Citizen they have both sold more than 1,000 cookies. Sisters Kaitlyn and Erin Schmidt-Rundell, who have been part of Girl Scouts for 12 and 11 years, respectively, set up at the brewery to sell - a possibly brilliant business move as a buzzed crowd watched March Madness basketball games unfold on-screen. People sample a variety of brews and Girl Scout cookies during an event Thursday at Backpocket Brewing in Coralville.īackpocket worked with two Girl Scout troops for the event. ![]()
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