This Hazy IPA presents a vibrant, juicy profile anchored by a soft grain bill featuring a heavy addition of oats, creating a characteristically smooth and creamy texture. The hop architecture is intricate, led by the Czech varieties ERIS and PLUTO, which introduce a unique sweetness of forest berries and red fruits. These transition into a tropical core driven by the experimental HBC 1019, bursting with ripe peach and melon. A final layering of Sabro and Mosaic adds complex dimensions of citrus and tropical fruit, rounded by a distinct, creamy whisper of coconut. It is an opaque, fruit-forward experience that balances high aromatic intensity with a gentle, restrained bitterness.
Appearance.Color is a hazy, opaque straw-gold (4 SRM). Features a thick, meringue-like white head with excellent retention and persistent lacing that clings to the glass.
Aroma.High intensity aromas of ripe peach, mango, and tropical melon dominate the profile. Subtle notes of sweet berries and a distinctive hint of coconut are present. The malt character is low, offering a clean, bready, and grainy background without any toast or caramel.
Taste.Initial impression is a massive wave of tropical stone fruit and sweet berry flavors. The hop character is lush and multi-faceted, showcasing peach, citrus, and blueberry. Malt flavor is low and neutral, supporting the hops. Bitterness is moderate but perceived as soft and well-integrated. The finish is juicy and off-dry with a lingering tropical aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a notable silkiness and creaminess from the oat flakes. Carbonation is moderate. The mouthfeel is smooth and soft, lacking any harshness or astringency, with a very light, well-integrated alcohol warmth.