> Red Hook ESB is a specific beer. India Pale Ale is a style of beer,

I was going to purchase Red Hook IPA but ended up getting Bridgeport IPA. I
may try the Red Hook one to compare the taste between the two.

> from the others. If you've decided that an IPA is at least close to
> what you like, then I suggest two things:

That's just it...I'm not sure if IPA is what I'm looking for. I just need
to try out several beers I think.

> Try IPAs from many different brewers. See if a beer store near you
> will let you make "mix-packs". You can then get one bottle from each
> brewer to see which you prefer. Without knowing where you are, it's
> hard to make specific recommendations.

Good idea about the mix-packs. BTW, I am in Washington state.