North End Brewing Fieldway APA

Name: North End Brewing Fieldway APA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6426fad81603dadd16bc3bfb
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.66 (1399 reviews)

Pale Ale 5.8 º

North End Brewing

Fieldway APA is a vibrant American Pale Ale that showcases a distinct Southern Hemisphere profile. The sensory experience is lead by the punchy interplay of NZ Cascade, Pacifica, and Waimea hops, which deliver a bright bouquet of orange marmalade, lime zest, and subtle pine resin. This hop-forward character is supported by a clean New Zealand malt base providing foundational notes of fresh bread and light honey. The brewery's fruity ale yeast amplifies the aromatic profile with moderate esters reminiscent of stone fruit. It concludes with a firm, smooth bitterness and a crisp, dry finish, making for a refreshing and highly expressive New World interpretation of the style.

Appearance. Deep gold color (6-7 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Pours with a moderately large, creamy white head that demonstrates excellent retention and leaves consistent lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate-high hop aroma featuring distinct notes of citrus peel, orange, and floral spice, complemented by a light resinous pine character. A low to moderate bready and grainy maltiness provides a solid backbone, while the fruity yeast strain contributes noticeable esters of peach and apricot.

Taste. The palate is hop-centric, echoing the aroma with flavors of grapefruit, marmalade, and a touch of floral spice. A supportive malt profile offers flavors of biscuit and toasted grain without clashing with the hops. Bitterness is moderate to firm, balanced by a clean fermentation character. The finish is medium-dry and crisp, with a lingering but clean citrus bitterness in the aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, well-rounded texture. Carbonation is moderate to high, providing a lively mouthfeel. Very light, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present, and the beer is free from any harshness or astringency.

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