This Super Amber Ale presents a deep, dark orange hue with a hazy appearance and a persistent, yellowish-beige creamy head. The complex malt bill delivers robust layers of caramel, toffee, and toasted nuts, which are punctuated by intense aromatic displays of resinous pine and bright citrus. Nugget and Willamette hops provide a firm bitterness alongside vivid notes of grapefruit, mandarin, and orange peel. The palate is notably oily and voluptuous, masking its elevated strength with a balanced, honey-like sweetness that transitions into a dry, malty finish with a touch of resinous astringency. It is a bold, modern interpretation of an American Amber Ale.
Appearance.Dark orange to deep copper (14-17 SRM). Veiled to hazy clarity. Large, yellowish-beige, creamy head with excellent persistence and thick lacing.
Aroma.High intensity. Prominent caramel and toffee malt sweetness with subtle toasted nut notes. Strong hop character featuring resinous pine and bright citrus (orange, grapefruit). Light fruity esters and a hint of honey-like sweetness.
Taste.Rich initial impression of caramel malt, toffee, and honey. Hop flavors are assertive, showcasing resinous pine, grapefruit, and mandarin orange. Moderate-high bitterness provides balance to the complex malt sweetness. The finish is dry and malty with a lingering resinous and citrusy aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full, oily, and voluptuous body. Soft, moderate carbonation. Noticeable but well-integrated alcohol warmth. Slight resinous astringency in the finish.