Nova Runda BC / AD 2024

Name: Nova Runda BC / AD 2024
Brand: Beer
SKU: 662920321603dab83197cb70
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.9 (184 reviews)

American Pale Ale 5.5 º 42 IBU

Nova Runda

Nova Runda’s 2024 BC / AD is a vibrant American Pale Ale that highlights a sophisticated hop pairing. The sensory profile is dominated by the distinctive Nelson Sauvin hop, offering elegant notes of white wine, crushed gooseberry, and tropical passionfruit. This is complemented by the bright, zesty citrus and herbal undertones of Lemondrop hops. A lean, neutral malt base provides just enough structural support without distracting from the hop-forward character. This pale golden ale finishes crisp and clean, balancing moderate bitterness with a refreshing fruit-forward complexity that emphasizes modern New World hop aromatics over traditional resin or caramel.

Appearance. Pours a brilliant pale gold (6 SRM) with a moderately large, frothy white head that exhibits good retention and leaves delicate lacing. Clarity is high with a faint, luminous quality.

Aroma. Moderately high hop intensity featuring prominent white grape, lemon zest, and tropical melon. The Nelson Sauvin contribution is clear, leaning into gooseberry and vinous notes, while Lemondrop adds a candy-like citrus brightness. Low grainy-sweet maltiness provides a neutral backdrop, and the fermentation profile is exceptionally clean.

Taste. The initial impression is hop-centric, bursting with flavors of lemon curd, lime, and white wine. Malt presence is supportive but restrained, offering light bready notes. Moderate bitterness provides a firm structure that lingers briefly into a dry, clean finish. The balance is decidedly toward the hops, showcasing a modern, fruit-driven profile with no clashing caramel flavors.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, soft texture. Carbonation is moderate-high, providing a lively prickle on the tongue. Alcohol warmth is light and well-integrated at 5.5% ABV, and there is no perceived astringency.

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