# Beer Review: Stillwater Artisanal Mainstream Pop Song

- Link: https://www.nyrdcast.com/beer-review-stillwater-artisanal-mainstream-pop-song/
- Published: 2017-09-29T15:22:04-05:00
- Author: Eugene Tierney

When I normally see [Stillwater Artisanal Ales](http://stillwater-artisanal.com/),
I instantly think of Saisons; every one I’ve had has been really good. So when I
was looking for a good IPA on night, I came across Mainstream Pop Song and gave 
it a shot.

**ABV:** 8.00%
 **IBU:** N/A **Style:** IPA – Imperial/Double **Brewery Description:**“
Just a new school IPA packed with the hit hops Citra, Amarillo, and Mosaic!” That’s
directly from owner Brian, when I couldn’t find the beer on their website.

**Appearance:** First off, the can is poking a little fun at the Now! That’s What
I Call Music discs that were huge 15 years go. The beers pours a golden orange with
a decent amount of haze, which is less than most other NE IPAs. Lots of head that
dissipates with decent lacing.

**Smell:** While the malt is pretty prevalent, there is a lot of hop flavor. You
get citrus and pineapple coming through. It’s a nice mix.

**Taste:** This is a little maltier than I was expecting, but the citrus hops still
come through. Not overly bitter like a lot of other Imperial IPAs, which is probably
due to the NE Style.

**Mouth:** It’s a very balanced feel to it; the fruit and malt work well together.
It’s not your bitter IPA, but something a little more drinkable. The booze really
comes through though, so a 4-pack might be the perfect amount.

**Overall:** For someone constantly looking for good NE Style IPAs, this was a good
attempt. It’s not as hazy as others in the style, but it’s got the same taste. Definitely
worth picking up if you find it. **Rating: 4.5 out of 5.**

The [Beer Advocate](https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/22150/294082/) score
is 85.7% (4.11 in 14 ratings) and ranked 12,820. Untappd has it as 3.96 with 1039
ratings.

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