Northern Monk FESTIVE FAITH

Name: Northern Monk FESTIVE FAITH
Brand: Beer
SKU: 692f2c9b1603dadd1e9845e9
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.81 (2057 reviews)

Pale Ale 5.4 º 30 IBU

Northern Monk

Festive Faith reimagines the Australian Sparkling Ale for a sun-drenched holiday celebration, offering a vibrant sensory profile that bridges traditional brewing with a modern, hazy, juicy intent. Pouring a medium gold with a persistent frothy head, this unfined ale presents a naturally cloudy appearance. The aroma is defined by a characteristic blend of pome fruit esters—specifically pear and apple—layered over bready malt and the earthy, herbaceous notes typical of Pride of Ringwood hops. On the palate, a grainy malt start is quickly balanced by a rising bitterness and resinous hop flavors. The finish is remarkably dry and crisp, driven by high attenuation and a spritzy, mouth-filling carbonation.

Appearance. Medium gold in color (approx. 6 SRM). Features a tall, frothy, and persistent white head with fine bubbles. Noticeably hazy and cloudy, reflecting its unfined and unpasteurised nature.

Aroma. Moderate intensity with a clean, balanced mix of pear and apple esters. Hop character is moderate, leaning toward earthy and herbaceous. Malt is low but distinct with a lightly bready and grainy profile; no caramel is present.

Taste. Initial impression of rounded, bready malt followed by a medium-high bitterness that rises mid-palate. Hop flavors are earthy and resinous, persisting into the aftertaste. The beer is highly attenuated with a very dry, crisp, and refreshing finish. Esters of pome fruit are moderate and well-integrated.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a creamy texture from suspended yeast. Very high carbonation creates a sharp, spritzy carbonic bite. Displays a light, well-integrated alcohol warmth.

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