I've enjoyed the Hazy Little Thing and thought I might enjoy what appears to be the bigger brother version... unfortunately the flavors were wildly different with this one having a very metallic and somewhat bitter taste. Maybe it'll grow on me, but initial reaction was that it is a completely different and the taste was not palletable

Sierra Nevada Big Little Thing Imperial IPA
Imperial / Double IPA /9% ABV / California, United States
Product details
- Category
- Imperial / Double IPA
- Region
- California, United States
- Type
- Craft, Independent Craft Brewer
- ABV
- 9%
- IBU
- 45
- Calories per Serving (12 oz)
- 254
- Carbs per Serving (12 oz)
- 15
- Suggested Glassware
- Snifter/Goblet/Chalice
- Suggested Serving Temperature
- 45-50° F
Product description
Big Little Thing defies brewing logic. A monster ABV and booming hop character, but tame sweetness and a clean finish? This anomaly of imperial IPA starts with the mash. More than just using a huge volume of malt (and we do fill our mill to overflowing), we mash our grain aggressively to yield a higher ratio of fermentable vs. unfermentable sugars. This allows yeast to metabolize nearly all sugar, which both boosts the ABV to 9% and cuts the malt sweetness. At the same time, yeast and hops collaborate on their own magic. Dry hopping during active fermentation sparks biotransformation: yeast cells alter the chemical compounds in hops to unlock entirely new aromas—like the tropical wave that washes over Big Little Thing.
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Alexander Verified BuyerVerified BuyerMarcos Reato Sierra Nevada Big little thing IPA Is just another reason why I love this brewing company I don't think there's something they make I don't like Most ipas for me get heavy and are two bitter this finishes clean taste light is filling but not excessively thank you again for another home run Sierra Nevada
Steven Verified BuyerVerified BuyerNot bitter for having a high abv(9%) Smooth taste
Tim PAUSE… Take a deep breath… This is the FINEST IPAs I’ve ever tasted. This is one of the most ‘seasoned’ IPAs I’ve ever tasted. This is, by FAR…. by FAR + 9.0 the STRONGEST IPA squeezed into a 19.2 oz. can (hence, less calories) for three bones. $3 maybe $3.50 at the local, corner store. I don’t work for these guys. I’m solo father of three kids taking the time to tell IPA ? homies that this is THE ANSWER to all the IPA questionnaires out there. If you disagree, I look forward to your replies… your subjective and objective replies; both different perspectives, please. Us IPA fanatics gotta keep up with the passion to not permit this BULLETPROOF (the flavor + to the maximum strength within + to the mind boggling RETAIL piece of $3.29 on my local website! 15,quarters, including California… I have DUUBLE it in my car’s ashtray…. This is an A+ A+ A+ … no brainer I look forward to all replies (with a modicum of integrity as the ONE caveat, not to be forgotten, is the NON-NEGOTIABLE request: please submit, to me (on this website) your two replies: Your subjective answer (pure LUCID & PRUDENT opinion …. AND …. your OBJECTIVE opinion … so I know if you’re sipping or sober when you reply ???????????
Steve Verified BuyerVerified BuyerSolid as always. Not too hoppy, not too juicy, just the right ABV. Sneaks up on ya if you're not careful.
Robert Verified BuyerVerified BuyerWorth it.