This non-alcoholic American Lager delivers a refreshingly crisp and clean experience, emphasizing a vibrant hop character unusual for the style. It pours a brilliant, very pale straw with a frothy white head. The aroma is delicate, featuring light grainy-sweet malt notes and a distinctive floral and herbal hop presence. On the palate, it is highly attenuated with a neutral malt profile, allowing the spicy and floral hop flavors to provide a crisp, thirst-quenching bite. High carbonation ensures a snappy, dry finish, making it an exceptionally clean and bright alternative that prioritizes refreshing drinkability without the weight of alcohol.
Appearance.Brilliant, very pale straw color (2 SRM) with a white, frothy head that displays moderate retention and light lacing.
Aroma.Low intensity with a clean fermentation profile. Subtle notes of grainy-sweet malt are complemented by a light but noticeable floral and spicy hop aroma. No esters or fermentation byproducts.
Taste.Relatively neutral initial impression with a crisp, dry finish. Low grainy malt sweetness is balanced by a moderate-low herbal and floral hop flavor. Perceived bitterness is low, providing a clean balance that avoids being cloying. The finish is short and very clean.
Mouthfeel.Light body with a thin texture characteristic of the style. Very high carbonation produces a prickly carbonic bite on the tongue. No alcohol warmth or astringency.