Rudgate Triple Hop (Cask)

Name: Rudgate Triple Hop (Cask)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 661726d77c320cbc740cfa0f
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.42 (275 reviews)

Blonde Ale 4 º

Rudgate Brewery

Rudgate Triple Hop presents as a vibrant Blonde Ale tailored for the cask. It showcases a refined interplay of three distinct hop additions that yield bright layers of citrus and lush stone fruit, likely derived from modern hop varieties. The malt base is supportive and clean, providing a soft, grainy foundation that lets the fruity esters and hop oils shine. As a cask-conditioned ale, it offers a gentle, natural effervescence that enhances the perception of fresh peach and grapefruit zest. This golden ale is defined by its approachable bitterness and a crisp, refreshing finish that invites repeated sips.

Appearance. Deep gold (5 SRM) in color with a brilliant clarity. Pours with a low, creamy white head that exhibits fair retention and leaves light lacing on the glass, typical of a cask pour.

Aroma. Moderate intensity with a clean malt profile of light bread and grain. Hop character is prominent for the style, featuring distinct notes of apricot, peach, and lemon zest. Low fruity esters complement the stone fruit hop notes.

Taste. Initial soft maltiness suggesting bread crust and a touch of honey. Hop flavors are expressive, leaning into citrus peel and ripe stone fruits. Bitterness is medium-low, providing enough structure to balance the malt without being aggressive. Finishes medium-dry with a clean, lingering fruit note.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture from the cask conditioning. Carbonation is low to moderate, providing a soft mouthfeel. No detectable alcohol warmth or astringency.

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