Outlaw IPA

Outlaw IPA drinks cleaner than you'd expect from the name—there's a bright citrus snap upfront that doesn't linger aggressively. The bitterness is present but measured, letting you taste the actual malt backbone underneath without it getting lost. It's the kind of IPA that pairs well with food or conversation because it doesn't demand all your attention, which is refreshing when you're on beer three or four.

Sierra Nevada Torpedo IPA

Torpedo is built different—you get that immediate pine and grapefruit hit that Sierra Nevada's blend of Magnum and Torpedo hops is famous for, and it stays with you through the finish. The bitterness sits right at the edge of aggressive without crossing into unpleasant territory. There's a slight resinous quality that makes it feel substantial despite only being 7.2%, and it's the kind of beer that tastes better the more you focus on it.