Basqueland Rock

Name: Basqueland Rock
Brand: Beer
SKU: 63fb47be1603da491d48529b
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.07 (1529 reviews)

Imperial IPA 8 º

Basqueland Brewing

This Double IPA presents a striking deep orange hue, signaling a robust sensory journey. A sophisticated malt bill featuring Golden Promise and Melanoidin provides a firm foundation of honey and toasted cereal, while raw wheat ensures a creamy, silky-smooth mouthfeel. The aroma is an intense bouquet of stone and tropical fruits—specifically peach, nectarine, papaya, and mango—powered by a heavy dry-hop of Simcoe, Mosaic, and Citra Cryo. On the palate, the fruit caramel complexity of the malts balances a firm bitterness, leading to a lingering, resinous finish that masks its strength with remarkable drinkability and a lush, velvet-like texture.

Appearance. Deep orange color (SRM 10-12); moderate-sized, persistent, off-white head with excellent lacing; hazy to opaque clarity due to raw wheat and heavy dry-hopping.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent notes of mango, papaya, and nectarine; secondary notes of pine and resin; supportive sweet malt character with hints of honey, toast, and fruit caramel; neutral fermentation profile.

Taste. Initial impression of intense tropical fruit including peach and mango; malt flavor is supportive and clean with toasted grain and honeyed sweetness from Golden Promise; firm hop bitterness that is smooth rather than harsh; medium-dry finish with a lingering tropical and resinous aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a soft, silky, and creamy texture; moderate carbonation; restrained, smooth alcohol warmth consistent with its strength; no hop-derived astringency.

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