de Garde Brewing Ivy

Name: de Garde Brewing Ivy
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6200e0f11603da1b16f63f26
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.13 (1615 reviews)

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de Garde Brewing

Crafted with 100% regionally grown pale malted barley and a blend of aged and fresh Oregon hops, Ivy presents a refined study in terroir. After two years maturing in neutral wine puncheons, the sensory profile unfolds with a delicate balance of rustic funk and a gentle, refreshing tartness. Notes of stone fruit and citrus from the hops meld with the nuanced barnyard and hay character provided by the Brettanomyces. This Brett Beer is elegantly dry and hedonistic, showcasing a sophisticated interplay between the simple malt base and the complex, wood-aged fermentation character.

Appearance. Straw to light gold (3-5 SRM). Generally clear to slightly hazy with a thin, white, fizzy head that exhibits moderate to low retention; light lacing.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity. Bright citrus and apricot hop notes mingle with moderate Brettanomyces funk, characterized by wet hay and a touch of earthiness. Low grainy-sweet pale malted barley scent. Subtle neutral oak and white wine must from the puncheons.

Taste. Initial impression is dry and vibrantly tart. Pale malted barley provides a crisp, crackery foundation. Hop flavor is subtle with notes of citrus peel and dried herbs. Bitterness is low, allowing a mild acidity and Brett funk—ranging from barnyard to stone fruit—to lead. Finishes very dry and clean with a lingering fruity ester profile.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high attenuation. Moderate to high carbonation provides a prickly, refreshing sensation. Very low alcohol warmth; smooth and crisp without astringency.

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