Monkish Brewing Co. Joint Force Kobra

Name: Monkish Brewing Co. Joint Force Kobra
Brand: Beer
SKU: 643e50ef1603da472609b1f2
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.3 (1516 reviews)

NEIPA - New England IPA 7.1 º

Monkish Brewing Co.

Joint Force Kobra is a quintessential Hazy IPA, showcasing the pillowy softness and saturated hop character defining the Monkish house style. This double dry-hopped offering utilizes a blend of Motueka, Citra, and Simcoe hops to create a vivid sensory experience. The nose is greeted by an explosive bouquet of lime zest and tropical mango, while the palate delivers a lush wave of passionfruit and bright grapefruit. A delicate thread of resinous pine from the Simcoe adds depth to the fruit-forward profile. Supported by a bready malt backbone, the finish is smooth and off-dry, with a masterfully restrained bitterness that emphasizes drinkability.

Appearance. Pours a pale gold to light orange with a deep, opaque haze that gives the beer a luminous quality. It is topped by a dense, rocky, meringue-like white head with exceptional retention and heavy lacing.

Aroma. High-intensity hop aroma featuring dominant notes of fresh lime peel, ripe mango, and passionfruit. Subtle undertones of resinous pine and grapefruit are present. The malt is neutral, clean, and lightly bready, providing a supportive background to the intense fruitiness.

Taste. High fruity hop flavor mirroring the aroma with layers of citrus zest, melon, and stone fruit. Malt flavor is low and grainy, strictly providing a soft foundation. Bitterness is moderate but feels lower due to the full body, finishing clean and off-dry without any lingering harshness or hop burn.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a silky, pillowy texture and a soft, smooth mouthfeel. Carbonation is moderate. A light, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present, though the beer remains highly drinkable without any astringency.

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