Odell Myrcenary Double IPA
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Tasting Notes
Myrcenary leads with a dense wave of tropical fruit and pine resin on the nose, with a touch of citrus zest underneath. On the palate it's full-bodied and resinous, built around a thick malt backbone that keeps the bitterness from turning harsh. The hop character — named for myrcene, the terpene responsible for that dank, fruity punch — dominates from first sip through a long, warming finish. At 9.3% the alcohol is present but well-integrated, never burning past the hops.
About the Brewery
Odell Brewing is based in Fort Collins, Colorado, founded in 1989, making it one of the earlier craft breweries to establish Colorado's now-formidable beer scene. The brewery operates as an employee-owned cooperative and has built a reputation for consistent, technically sound beers across a wide range of styles. They're particularly well regarded for their hop-forward offerings and their malt-driven seasonal releases, and they've maintained strong regional distribution without losing the character of a smaller operation.
Food Pairings
The resinous bitterness and high ABV make this a natural match for fatty, rich foods: a char-grilled burger with sharp cheddar stands up to the hop intensity while the fat tempers the bitterness. Spicy Thai or Indian dishes work well because the fruity hop character mirrors the aromatics in the sauces without fighting the heat. Blue cheese — whether on a board or crumbled over a steak — pairs well because its funky sharpness complements rather than clashes with the dank, piney notes. Strong, aged cheddars echo the malt backbone.
Style Guide
American Double or Imperial IPA is essentially a bigger, more aggressive version of the American IPA — higher ABV (typically 7.5–10%), heavier malt structure to support it, and a significantly amplified hop presence in both aroma and bitterness. The style emerged from American craft brewing in the late 1990s and early 2000s as brewers pushed hop intensity further than the standard IPA format allowed. Unlike its English counterpart, which leans toward earthy, floral hops and restrained bitterness, the American Double IPA leans heavily on high-alpha and aromatic hop varieties that produce citrus, pine, and tropical fruit character.