Drygate Gladeye IPA

Name: Drygate Gladeye IPA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 640623421603da0265e53cbb
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.49 (15664 reviews)

American IPA 5.2 º 42 IBU

Drygate

Gladeye IPA is a nostalgic tribute to the classic American IPA, showcasing the legendary Centennial hop. It pours with a bright, inviting clarity, releasing a punchy aromatic profile defined by sharp grapefruit rind and a deep, resinous pine forest character. The sensory experience is anchored by a clean, grainy malt backbone that provides a sturdy stage for the hops without adding distracting sweetness. Layers of old-school citrus zest and a persistent, woodsy bitterness lead to a crisp, dry finish. It captures the essence of early craft revolutions, balancing assertive hop-forward intensity with a refreshingly straightforward, rewarding drinkability.

Appearance. Deep gold to light copper color (7–10 SRM). Brilliant clarity with a medium-sized, off-white, persistent head and fine lacing.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma characterized by classic Centennial notes of floral grapefruit, lemon peel, and heavy resinous pine. Low, clean, bready maltiness supports the hop presentation. Clean fermentation profile with no noticeable esters.

Taste. Bold initial hop impression of citrus zest and pine resin. Low, grainy malt flavor provides a neutral base for the medium-high bitterness to shine. The balance is decidedly hop-forward, leading to a dry, clean finish with a lingering, pleasant hoppy aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, crisp texture. Moderate-high carbonation provides a lively mouthfeel. Very low alcohol warmth, consistent with its 5.2% ABV.

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