This American Pale Ale offers a vibrant sensory journey led by a heavy dry-hop addition of Krush, Eukanot, and Citra. The aroma is a tropical explosion, where Krush delivers intense stone fruit notes, complemented by the bright citrus and lime zest characteristic of Citra. Eukanot rounds out the profile with hints of melon and subtle pithy spice. On the palate, a clean, bready malt backbone provides a sturdy foundation for these lush tropical flavors. A firm but well-integrated bitterness balances the fruit-forward profile, leading into a crisp, refreshing finish that highlights the modern, hop-centric character of this balanced ale.
Appearance.Deep gold to pale amber (6–8 SRM) with a moderately large, creamy white head that exhibits excellent retention and fine lacing. Generally clear with a very slight hop haze possible from the extensive dry-hopping.
Aroma.High intensity hop aroma dominated by tropical fruit (mango, papaya), citrus (grapefruit, lime), and stone fruit (peach). Low neutral to bready maltiness supports the hops. Fermentation is clean with very low fruity esters.
Taste.Initial impression is a burst of tropical and citrus fruit. The hop flavor mirrors the aroma, showcasing Citra-driven lime and Krush-led stone fruit. Moderate to high bitterness provides a clean, firm counterpoint to the malt. Low bready malt character persists through the mid-palate. Finish is dry and clean with a lingering, pleasant citrus aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate to high, providing a crisp bite. Alcohol warmth is very low and well-integrated. No astringency.
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