eers listed in this category are brewed or fermented using a single-hop variety, and typically are brewed as part of a series to highlight individual characteristics of the hop.
Consumers can translate the point score to the following quality bands:
| Point Range | Quality Band |
|---|---|
| 96-100 points | Platinum |
| 90-95 points | Gold |
| 85-90 points | Silver |
| 80-84 points | Bronze |
| Less than 80 | Not Recommended |
= Brewpub90 Hopicidal Maniac Summit IPA, Blue Tractor Brewery (MI). 7.3% ABV (7/12) 
Lightly hazy amber color. Toasty grapefruit custard pastry aromas with a round, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a crisp, well balanced citrus peel and pepper-driven finish with lingering bitterness and astringency. A rich, go-to IPA.
The Beer Lover's Buying Guide is produced by the Beverage Testing Institute, an independent, full-time, professional review service.
David Kahle, Master Cicerone & Craft Beer Specialist, Wirtz Beverage; Patrick Berger, Owner, Paddy Long's; Phil Kuhl, Cicerone & Craft Beer Specialist, Wirtz Beverage; Adam Vavrick, Beer Specialist, Binny's; David Frost, Division Manager, B. United; Elliot Beier, Cicerone & Beer Director, Owen & Engine; Jerald O'Kennard, Director, BTI
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