This potent Double IPA pays a vibrant sensory homage to a hip-hop legend, utilizing a heavy-handed pairing of Mosaic and Strata hops. Mosaic drives an aromatic profile of wild blueberry, ripe mango, and subtle pine, while Strata provides a punchy tropical contrast of passion fruit and a distinctive, dank herbal resin. At 8.2% ABV, the beer maintains high drinkability through a lean, neutral malt backbone that allows the hop saturation to lead. The experience is defined by a bright, citrus-forward intensity and a smooth, lingering bitterness that finishes clean and dry, perfectly balancing strength with a modern hop-forward focus.
Appearance.Deep gold to pale orange (approx. 7-8 SRM); features a large, persistent white head with dense lacing; slight haze is present, consistent with modern heavy dry-hopping techniques.
Aroma.Intense hop aroma dominated by tropical fruit (passion fruit, mango), mixed berries, and a resinous, dank quality; background malt is clean, neutral, and slightly grainy; fermentation profile is clean with very low fruity esters and a hint of smooth alcohol.
Taste.Initial impression is a burst of tropical and stone fruit flavors; hop character features complex notes of blueberry, citrus peel, and herbal resin; bitterness is firm and moderately high but lacks harshness; malt provides a soft, unobtrusive support with minimal caramel; finishes dry and clean with a long, hoppy aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a smooth, soft texture; carbonation is medium-high; a gentle, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present without being solventy; no hop-derived astringency.
Sensory Profile.
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IPA – Imperial / Double New England / Hazy Mosaic & Strata only seemed right. This is but ...a humble liquid homage to a classic. Alc. 8.2% Volume: 473 ml
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IPA – Imperial / Double New England / Hazy Mosaic & Strata only seemed right. This is but a humble liquid homage to a classic. Alc. 8.2% Volume: 473 ml
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