1. Mula IPA – Cervejaria Nacional
Named after a Brazilian folk tale about a mule with no head, this over-hopped IPA has a kick at 7.5%. The pungent citrus odor with a bitter aftertaste combines well with bolinhos de bacalhau (cod fritters).
2. La Sorciere Belgian IPA – Cervejaria Urbana
From craft brewery (or laboratory of beers as they call themselves) Urbana, this Belgian style ale has sharp maple and raisin aromas. A well-balanced brew, perhaps a little weak for an IPA but a fine effort from these upcoming beer scientists.