This Hazy IPA offers an immersive tropical experience, driven by a double dry-hopping treatment of Vic Secret, Chinook, and Amarillo. The pour is intensely hazy with a luminous straw glow, releasing high-intensity aromas of crushed pineapple and passionfruit from the Vic Secret, while Chinook adds a signature resinous pine and grapefruit edge. Amarillo rounds out the sensory bouquet with bright orange zest and floral melon notes. The palate is soft and pillowy, echoing the tropical fruit salad character against a clean, bready malt backdrop. Low bitterness and a smooth, juicy finish emphasize drinkability over sharp resins, creating a vibrant, modern hop profile.
Appearance.Straw to light amber (4-6 SRM); opaque, hazy clarity with a characteristic luminescent shine. Features a medium, meringue-like white head with high retention and thick lacing.
Aroma.High intensity hop aroma dominated by tropical pineapple, passionfruit, and stone fruit. Secondary notes of grapefruit and orange zest are present alongside a light, resinous pine. Malt is background-level, presenting as clean, neutral, and slightly bready.
Taste.High fruity hop flavor mirroring the aroma with notes of melon, pineapple, and citrus. Malt flavor is low and grainy, providing a soft foundation. Bitterness is low to medium-low and well-integrated, leading to a smooth, off-dry finish without any harsh, lingering resin or astringency.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a soft, pillowy texture. Carbonation is moderate. The beer is notably smooth on the palate with very light alcohol warmth and no grain-derived astringency.