Messorem Commutatio : Fine Balance

Name: Messorem Commutatio : Fine Balance
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6929bac01603da8c5d5bf62e
Rating: 4.23 (30 reviews)

NEIPA - New England IPA 6.5 º

Messorem
Fine Balance Brewing

This Hazy IPA showcases a vibrant collaboration, pouring with a signature opaque glow. The aromatic profile is led by the distinctive Nelson Sauvin, offering elegant notes of white grape and crushed gooseberry, layered over the bright citrus and tropical depth of Citra. Simcoe provides a subtle, grounding piney resin and passionfruit complexity. On the palate, the experience is soft and pillowy, emphasizing juice-like flavors of tangerine and stone fruit rather than sharp bitterness. A bready, wheaty malt backbone supports the massive hop presence, leading to a smooth, off-dry finish that remains exceptionally drinkable and refreshingly fruit-forward.

Appearance. Deep straw to light gold (4-6 SRM) with a dense, persistent, meringue-like white head leaving significant lacing. Opacity is high, creating a characteristic hazy shine without visible particulates.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics featuring distinct white wine grapes, gooseberry, and lychee from the Nelson Sauvin, complemented by mango and grapefruit from Citra. A touch of Simcoe-driven earthy pine resides in the background. Malt is low, presenting as fresh crackers or lightly bready dough.

Taste. Immediate explosion of tropical and citrus fruit flavors including mango and passionfruit. The bitterness is restrained and supple, providing just enough structure to balance the soft, grainy malt sweetness. The finish is clean and fruity with a lingering essence of citrus peel and grape skin rather than harsh resin.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a notable softness and creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate, enhancing the fluffy mouthfeel. No astringency or hop burn is present, with a very light, well-integrated alcohol warmth.

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