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1SM

By: Mr. Beer Thirty

Glass of 1SM Double IPA decorated with dancing bears beside the ISM Brewing can
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ISM Brewing celebrated its 1st anniversary with 1SM, a well-balanced Double IPA that shows just how far the brewery had come in its first year.

Appearance

1SM pours a robust gold hue topped with an airy, white head that shows good retention.

Aroma

A danky, stone fruit nose leads the way, promising the layered flavors to come.

Tasting Notes

Dry and hoppy, this one brings notes of peach, dank, citrus, and a hint of berry, backed by a solid bitter punch that stays well balanced for a Double IPA.

ISM Brewing 1SM West Coast Double IPA can next to a glass of golden beer with a thick white head
ISM Brewing 1SM can in front of a glass of golden Double IPA on a wooden table
Top-down view of a foamy glass of 1SM with the can lying on its side showing the ISM Brewing back label

Mouthfeel & Drinkability

The dry finish and well-balanced bitterness keep this one from feeling heavy, letting the peach and citrus character shine through a bold hop profile.

Food Pairings

The peach, dank, citrus, and berry character make this a great match for bold, grilled dishes. Try it with:

  • Grilled peaches with prosciutto – A direct echo of the beer’s peach notes.
  • Citrus glazed pork – Complements the beer’s citrus character.
  • Berry and arugula salad – Ties in the beer’s hint of berry.
  • Sharp aged cheddar – A firm cheese that can stand up to the bitter punch.

Final Notes

1SM is a well-balanced anniversary Double IPA from ISM Brewing that earns its 4.4/5 by proving the brewery’s first year was no fluke. Happy anniversary, ISM.

Let us know if you’ve had this one and what you thought.

Mr. Beer Thirty

Born and raised in California, craft beer has always been near and dear to my heart. I'm a self proclaimed clear beer aficionado, lover of West Coast pilsners, single IPAs, and non-BA stouts.