Magic Road Burn the Bridges

Name: Magic Road Burn the Bridges
Brand: Beer
SKU: 631f52fb1603da3a43d0c512
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.85 (489 reviews)

Imperial IPA 7.5 º

Magic Road

This Double IPA centers on the distinctive interplay of Nelson Sauvin and Idaho 7 hops. Burn the Bridges presents a punchy sensory profile where the signature white wine, crushed gooseberry, and tropical notes of Nelson Sauvin meet the resinous pine and ripe stone fruit characters of Idaho 7. At 7.5% ABV, it maintains high drinkability with a lean, neutral malt backbone that allows the hops to dominate. The palate is defined by a firm, clean bitterness and a dry finish, while the aroma wafts with zesty citrus and dank undertones. It captures the essence of a modern, hop-forward powerhouse with clarity and precision.

Appearance. Gold to light orange-copper (7-9 SRM). Pours with a moderate-sized, persistent, off-white head that leaves consistent lacing. Clarity is good to brilliant, typical of the style's emphasis on a clean presentation.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma. Nelson Sauvin provides prominent notes of white grape, passionfruit, and gooseberry. Idaho 7 contributes layers of pine, zesty pink grapefruit, and dried apricot. Background malt is very low, offering only a neutral, grainy sweetness. Fermentation is clean with a subtle, smooth alcohol presence.

Taste. Initial impression is an explosion of hop flavors: white wine, tropical melon, and resinous pine. Bitterness is moderately high to firm but lacks harshness, balancing the light, soft malt character that hints at toasted crackers. The finish is notably dry and clean, leaving a lingering aftertaste of citrus zest and herbal bitterness.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a crisp bite that enhances the dry finish. A restrained, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present, commensurate with its 7.5% ABV.

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