This Modern Specialty IPA, specifically a West Coast Rye IPA, delivers a vivid sensory profile defined by the heavy-handed use of Nelson and Nectaron hops. The experience opens with intense aromas of dank tropical kush and characteristic diesel from the Nelson, leading into a saturated palate of pineapple and passionfruit driven by Nectaron. The inclusion of rye malt is instrumental, contributing a subtle drying spice and peppery complexity that cuts through the hop density. With its brilliant clarity and firm bitterness, the beer maintains a lean frame, finishing crisp and dry while allowing the unique New Zealand hop characters to linger.
Appearance.Deep gold to amber (7-12 SRM). Persistent off-white head with fine lacing. Brilliant clarity.
Aroma.High intensity. Pronounced passionfruit and pineapple hop character with distinct diesel and dank notes from the Nelson hops. Low bready malt character with a hint of peppery rye. Clean fermentation profile.
Taste.Initial impression of intense tropical fruit. High hop flavor of pineapple and crushed grape. Strong hop bitterness. Grainy, spicy rye malt flavor. Clean fermentation. Balanced toward hops. Long, dry, and peppery finish.
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