Color of Beer - Color of Philly

What's one thing that you automatically associate with certain beers? Well, it's really the first thing you see when you get something on draught or pour yourself a can or bottle. The color of beer can change drastically depending on the style and the ingredients. This was an IPA (right) from Earth Bread + Brewery , and it was good, not too hoppy and kind of floral. But notice the color. It's a light golden color, with yellow and orange tones seeping through. Just like with other beers, its color gives you a hint about how it will drink. In my experience, lighter beers will drink lighter, with more fruity and floral flavors. IPA's can seek up on you with the hops though, make no mistake. There's still a bitterness lingering there, and this one was mild on the hops. 

That's the thing about beer. In Philadelphia, there's so many breweries with different styles to try. Each different style will have its own natural color and that makes for a vibrant drinking experience. So for each black, brown, amber, golden, and other unique colored beer out there in Philly, here's to trying them all. I won't discriminate.