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Elusive Brewing Handheld
English IPA 5.6 º
This English IPA showcases a vibrant interplay of modern British hop varieties against a traditional malt backbone. UK Cascade, Harlequin, and Jester deliver a nuanced aromatic profile of citrus, stone fruit, and tropical notes, bridging the gap between old-school floral spice and contemporary fruitiness. A base of pale malts provides a lightly sweet, bready body that supports the assertive hop character without overshadowing it. True to its roots, the beer transitions from a supple mid-palate into a firm, dry finish, where a clean bitterness and subtle mineral notes linger pleasantly, inviting the next sip.
Appearance. Deep golden to light copper in color (SRM 7–9). Displays a moderate, persistent off-white head with fine lacing. Clarity is mostly clear, though a very faint hop haze may be present due to the dry-hopping with Harlequin and Jester.
Aroma. Moderate-high hop intensity featuring prominent notes of grapefruit, passion fruit, and white peach from the UK Cascade, Harlequin, and Jester. Beneath the hops, a supportive malt aroma offers medium-low bready and light biscuit qualities. Very low fruity esters complement the tropical hop notes.
Taste. Initial malt sweetness quickly gives way to a complex hop profile of orange citrus, stone fruit, and a hint of spice. The malt flavor is medium-low, characterized by fresh bread and a touch of caramel. Hop bitterness is assertive but well-integrated, consistent with the style's firm profile. The finish is notably dry and clean, with a lingering but smooth bitterness that emphasizes the Harlequin and Jester character.
Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth texture. Carbonation is medium-high, contributing to an overall crisp and dry sensation. A very faint, well-integrated alcohol warmth is appropriate for its strength, with no hop-derived astringency.
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Elusive Brewing - Handheld 5.6% British Hopped IPA 440ml
We joined forces with our friends from Hand Brew Co using classic UK Cascade and Harlequin before dr ...y hopping with more Harlequin and Jester. Expect a beer that has a lightly sweet malt body to carry the aromatic hops before a dry and bitter finish swoops over the palate.
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We joined forces with our friends from Hand Brew Co using classic UK Cascade and Harlequin before dry hopping with more Harlequin and Jester. Expect a beer that has a lightly sweet malt body to carry the aromatic hops before a dry and bitter finish swoops over the palate.
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Elusive Brewing. Handheld [English IPA]
Country: UK // Style: English IPA // Size: 440ml Can // ABV: 5.6% From the brewery: "We joi ...ing with more Harlequin and Jester. Expect a beer that has a lightly sweet malt body to carry the aromatic hops before a dry and bitter finish swoops over the palate." ...
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Country: UK // Style: English IPA // Size: 440ml Can // ABV: 5.6%
From the brewery:
"We joined forces with our friends from Hand Brew Co using classic UK Cascade and Harlequin before dry hopping with more Harlequin and Jester. Expect a beer that has a lightly sweet malt body to carry the aromatic hops before a dry and bitter finish swoops over the palate."
From the brewery:
"We joined forces with our friends from Hand Brew Co using classic UK Cascade and Harlequin before dry hopping with more Harlequin and Jester. Expect a beer that has a lightly sweet malt body to carry the aromatic hops before a dry and bitter finish swoops over the palate."
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