Tropical Hideaway is a decadent Wild Specialty Beer that reimagines the iconic Dole Whip as a liquid indulgence. This smoothie-style ale pours with a thick, saturated intensity, driven by a massive addition of pineapple that dominates the profile with vibrant, tropical acidity. Madagascar vanilla and marshmallows weave through the bright fruit, providing a soft, confectionery sweetness and a creamy counterpoint to the underlying Berliner-style tartness. The result is a lush, tiki-inspired experience where the punchy citrus notes of the pineapple are rounded by luxurious vanilla bean, creating a complex, dessert-like sensory journey that balances sharp fruit with plush, velvety textures.
Appearance.Saturated, opaque golden-yellow (4-5 SRM) with the appearance of dense fruit juice; features a thick, frothy white head with moderate to low retention due to high fruit solids.
Aroma.High intensity aroma of fresh, acidic pineapple juice coupled with a dominant creamy sweetness reminiscent of marshmallow and Madagascar vanilla. Subtle lactic sourness and a faint wheat-like doughiness emerge as the fruit notes breathe.
Taste.An explosion of tart, sun-ripened pineapple immediately leads into a rich, dessert-like mid-palate of marshmallow and Madagascar vanilla bean. The acidity is clean and bright, characteristic of a lactic fermentation, which balances the significant residual sweetness. Minimal hop bitterness and no hop flavor; finishes with a long, lingering tropical fruit creaminess.
Mouthfeel.Full-bodied and highly viscous with a pulpy, smoothie-like texture; moderate carbonation provides a necessary lift to the heavy fruit weight. No alcohol warmth or astringency, concluding with a soft, coating creaminess.
Sensory Profile.
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Bottle Logic - Tropical Hideaway
5.61% Dole Whip inspired Smoothie Sour with pineapple, marshmallows and vanilla
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