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Babel New York
Babel New York is a robust American Pale Ale that leans into the higher end of the style's strength with a 6% ABV. The foundation is built upon a complex blend of five different malts, providing a sturdy, toasted, and lightly caramelly backbone that supports an aggressive hopping schedule. Expect a vibrant display of American hop character, characterized by bright citrus zest and resinous pine. This version delivers a bolder experience than standard interpretations, balancing its firm bitterness with a rich, layered grain profile and a clean, lingering finish that highlights its hop-forward personality.
Appearance. Deep gold to pale amber (approx. 8-10 SRM). Pours with a moderately large, creamy off-white head demonstrating good retention and light lacing. Clarity is generally quite clear.
Aroma. High hop intensity featuring classic American notes of grapefruit, orange peel, and resinous pine. A complex malt background emerges from the five-malt blend, offering toasted bread, biscuit, and subtle caramel notes. Fermentation is clean with very low fruity esters.
Taste. Initial hop-forward punch of citrus and pine followed by a supportive malt sweetness. The multi-malt grist provides flavors of toasted grain and light caramel that balance the high bitterness. Moderate to high bitterness persists into a medium-dry finish. The aftertaste is clean, emphasizing late-addition hop resins.
Mouthfeel. Medium body with a slightly plush texture from the malt complexity. Moderate to high carbonation provides a crisp bite. A light alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated, leading to a smooth finish without astringency.
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