This Australian Sparkling Ale offers a vibrant, sessionable interpretation of a classic style, distinguished by its use of Australian hops. It greets the palate with a refreshing surge of tropical fruit, emphasizing a smooth mango flavor and subtle pome fruit esters like pear and apple. The malt profile is intentionally restrained, providing a neutral, lightly bready foundation that allows the fruity hop character to lead. Highly carbonated and expertly attenuated, the beer finishes exceptionally crisp and dry. It balances modern tropical hop intensity with the traditional bitterness and effervescence of a true Australian sparkler, making it perfectly suited for hot weather and outdoor refreshment.
Appearance.Deep gold color (approximately 6 SRM) with a tall, frothy, and persistent white head of fine bubbles. It exhibits high effervescence and can range from brilliant clarity to a cloudy, yeast-riven appearance depending on whether the bottle was roused before serving.
Aroma.Moderate aroma intensity featuring a notable tropical hop character of mango and herbs. This is supported by low to moderate pome fruit esters, specifically apple and pear. The malt is neutral and grainy with a very light bready quality and no caramel or toasted notes.
Taste.The palate begins with a mild, grainy malt sweetness that is quickly superseded by a medium-high bitterness. Flavors of mango and resinous, earthy hops are prominent, followed by subtle apple esters. The finish is remarkably dry, crisp, and clean, with a lingering, firm bitterness that persists into the aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with very high carbonation, creating a prickly, spritzy carbonic bite and mouth-filling bubbles. It is smooth and well-attenuated with no perceived alcohol warmth, consistent with its sessionable strength.
Sensory Profile.
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Howling Hops is taking us on a little trip to elsewhere. An exotic fruit and tropics foward Aussie h ...op pale thats mighty refreshing. Aww yeah, thats smooth.
Howling Hops is taking us on a little trip to elsewhere. An exotic fruit and tropics foward Aussie hop pale thats mighty refreshing. Aww yeah, thats smooth.
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