Alewife

Name: Alewife
Brand: Beer
SKU: 5ae998d71603da463d8b4573
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.57 (121 reviews)

IPA - India Pale Ale 6.2 º

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Alewife is a vibrant Red IPA that beautifully bridges the gap between resinous hop intensity and a structured malt backbone. Poured into the glass, it presents a stunning copper hue with distinct garnet reflections. The aromatic profile is led by a lush bouquet of tropical fruits, specifically highlighting notes of ripe papaya and passion fruit, characteristic of modern New World hops. On the palate, the beer balances this hop-forward freshness against a sturdy foundation of toasted cereal and rich caramel malts. It finishes with a clean, assertive bitterness that invites another sip, honoring the historical legacy of women in brewing with a contemporary, bold expression.

Appearance. Copper to deep reddish-amber color (12-17 SRM). Features a prominent, persistent, and creamy light tan head with excellent lacing. Clarity is generally clear, though a slight haze is acceptable.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma dominated by tropical fruit notes of papaya and passion fruit. Supportive moderate malt character provides a background of sweet caramel, toasted bread, and light cereal. Clean fermentation profile with very low fruity esters.

Taste. Initial impression is hop-forward with flavors of papaya and tropical citrus. The mid-palate introduces a medium malt sweetness with notes of caramel, toffee, and toasted grain. Medium-high bitterness is firm but well-integrated, leading to a dry to slightly off-dry finish. The aftertaste lingers with a pleasant balance of hop resins and toasted malt.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with moderate carbonation. The texture is smooth and slightly creamy, accompanied by a light, well-integrated alcohol warmth. Low astringency.

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