7% ABV
No IBU
13,547 Ratings
Added 03/30/12
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Michelle H. is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company at Tap & Barrel
Not really into black ipas cause they usually always have a chalky feel but this is pretty nice!
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peter is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company
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Chris is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company
Oh black IPA, where have you been?
Purchased at DeCicco & Sons
jennifer p. is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company at Thrifty Beverage
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Smith Jr. B. is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company at Hopsmith Tavern
Very interesting. Think porter with a mildly hoppy finish. I like it.
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Jeff G. is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company at Farm Bar
This might be the best dark pale ale I have ever had. This is quickly becoming my favorite brewery.
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Charles B. is drinking a Close Encounter by Pipeworks Brewing Company
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Dank hop notes, mildly smoky. Easy drinker.