Brewski Ystävä

Name: Brewski Ystävä
Brand: Beer
SKU: 647b021b1603da323e55f135
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.69 (98 reviews)

American Pale Ale 5.5 º

Brewski
ETKO Brewing
Factory Brewing

This collaborative American Pale Ale presents a vibrant sensory profile defined by its modern hop expression. Bright aromas of ripe stone fruits and fresh lemon zest leap from the glass, underpinned by a classic resinous pine character. On the palate, the interplay of peach and citrus zest is supported by a clean, neutral malt base that allows the hops to remain front and center. A firm yet well-integrated bitterness provides structure, leading into a crisp, dry finish. It exemplifies the style's balance between drinkability and hop-forward complexity, offering a refreshing and aromatically intense experience.

Appearance. Pale gold to deep gold (6–8 SRM) with a moderately large, frothy white head and excellent retention. The beer shows brilliant clarity.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity hop aroma featuring notes of ripe stone fruit, lemon peel, and citrus zest. A secondary layer of resinous pine is evident. Malt character is low and neutral, suggesting white bread or light crackers. Fermentation is clean with no significant esters.

Taste. Initial impression is hop-forward with flavors of peach, apricot, and lemon. Malt flavor is low and supportive, providing a light grainy base without caramel sweetness. Hop bitterness is moderate to high, balancing the malt. The finish is medium-dry and clean, with a lingering citrus and pine aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation. Overall smooth mouthfeel with no astringency and a clean, refreshing finish without alcohol warmth.

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