Proclamation Mythomania

Do you ever feel like you’re in a “holding pattern”? Not really stuck or you’ve hit a plateau, but generally going for the same things over and over. Well, it seems I just gravitate toward good burgers and double IPA’s these days. It is not for the lack of other great food groups or beer styles to converse upon. It is just my “go to” place that brings me the most satisfaction. That might also sound pretty simplistic. But think about the things you do again and again in the course of the week or month. You might begin to see my point. And it’s not necessarily a bad habit. Oh, I’ll get around to trying sour beers and other flavors not normally in my wheelhouse. And I’m sure I could get to like sushi occasionally. The point is, I like double IPA’s and this week’s focus beer is a fabulous example from our buddies at Proclamation.
Proclamation Ale Company (also known as PROC) started in 2014 in Warwick, RI, has made it clear it is the game of making excitingly delicious beer for the masses. Not long ago, they expanded into a larger space to produce award winning ales but have also added a 2,000 sq ft barrel aging and wood cellaring space for sours and blends of their popular beers (which are huge). Some of their many other creative brews are called Filthy Casual, Giant Fuzzy Unicorn, Mind Dust, Thanks For The Albatross and Moon Destroyer… Their space even provides for a retro video arcade and custom art creations. Check them out at www.proclamationaleco.com
Mythomania, by definition, is the abnormal tendency to exaggerate or tell lies. But in the instance of this double IPA, there is only truth; a damn fine DIPA with tons of complex flavors. Flaked or rolled oats are used for mouthfeel and head retention. This is evident in the frothy antique white head, glass lacing and a creamy feel on the tongue. Below the head is a hazy medium orange New England style IPA with notes of mandarin, apricot, orange peel, grapefruit and papaya. I don’t have an IBU rating on this one but it seems more malt forward. Since this 9% ABV drinks like a five percent, you better pay attention to your clarity. I would recommend this beer to those who appreciate a well built DIPA for its subtle complexity.
BeerAdvocate.com has awarded Mythomania with a 92 out of 100 and an ‘Outstanding’ rating. untappd.com is also on fire about this beer. You can pick up this great beer in 16 oz four packs at Case-n-Keg in Meredith as well as other fine beer providers. Mythomania is a rarity and should be sought after urgently.