A surprise vacation brings me to Northern Michigan to spend time with my Dad and hunt for Petoskey stones.. On day one I had the pleasure of dining at the Jolly Pumpkin Brewery where they were pouring the Diabolical IPA as a guest tap. The name alone was enough to convince me to try this American style India Pale Ale. The Diabolical IPA is brewed by North Peak Brewing Company in Traverse City Michigan. A good "everyday" IPA with 66.6 IBU and 6.6 ABV it's not too heavy and not too hoppy. Cascade, Perle and Willamette hops provide scents of citrus and pine with a slightly bitter finish. 
I paired my Diabolical IPA with a fried whitefish sandwich and french fries(Michigan style health food) and it was amazing. If you are ever in the area be sure to stop in and visit the good people at the Jolly Pumpkin. If you have a chance to visit North Peak be sure to do it when you can sit outside and listen to live music. Both locations provide menus full of delicious options for food and libation.
