This Hazy IPA presents a vibrant, juice-forward profile driven by a heavy-hitting Southern Hemisphere hop trio. Motueka leads the charge with bright notes of zesty lime and tropical mojito, while Rakau adds layers of ripe apricot and succulent orchard fruit. Nectaron anchors the experience with intense waves of passionfruit and crushed pineapple. Its appearance is a radiant, opaque gold with a dense, meringue-like head. The palate is soft and pillowy, showcasing a restrained bitterness that allows the lush, fruit-centric oils to shine through a neutral, bready malt base. It finishes smooth and refreshing, epitomizing the modern, tropical-focused New England style.
Appearance.Straw to deep gold (3-6 SRM). Opaque with a characteristic hazy shine; no visible particulates. Large, rocky, meringue-like white head with high retention and thick lacing.
Aroma.High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent lime zest, passionfruit, and apricot. Underlying notes of crushed pineapple and peach. Low, neutral bready malt character with clean, supportive fruity esters.
Taste.High hop flavor of tropical fruit, lime, and stone fruit. Low, grainy-sweet malt flavor provides a neutral foundation. Low to medium-low bitterness that is well-integrated and never harsh. Finish is soft and off-dry with a lingering tropical juice aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a soft, pillowy texture. Medium carbonation. Smooth and creamy without being viscous; no hop astringency or alcohol warmth.