#1 Dad presents as a quintessential International Pale Lager, defined by its extreme clarity and lean architecture. The grist, featuring a significant addition of rice alongside premium Pilsner malt, delivers a remarkably clean and crackery backbone that emphasizes drinkability. This combination ensures a very light profile where the grainy sweetness is kept in check. Expect a delicate aromatic profile of floral and spicy hop notes resting atop a neutral fermentation profile. The palate is defined by a crispy bitterness that cleanses the tongue, leading into a bone-dry, refreshing finish. It is a highly attenuated, light-bodied beer designed for maximum refreshment.
Appearance.Pale straw (2-3 SRM). Brilliant clarity. Pours with a frothy white head that has moderate retention and leaves light lacing.
Aroma.Low intensity. Clean grainy-malty aroma with a hint of crackery sweetness from the pilsner malt. Very low spicy and floral hop notes. Clean fermentation profile with no perceptible esters or diacetyl.
Taste.Initial impression is crisp and neutral. Low grainy-malt flavor with a distinct dry, crackery quality. Hop flavor is very low, showing subtle herbal and floral notes. Medium-low bitterness provides a crisp balance to the lean malt. Finishes very dry and clean with a short, neutral aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Light body with a lean, crisp texture. High carbonation providing a refreshing carbonic bite. No alcohol warmth. Smooth, non-astringent mouthfeel.