This Hazy West Coast IPA offers a complex, multi-layered hop experience driven by a powerhouse quartet of Mosaic Incognito, Nelson Sauvin, Mosaic, and Citra. The aroma is intensely saturated with notes of passion fruit, crushed white grapes, and zesty tangerine. On the palate, the hop intensity remains high, delivering a punch of dank blueberry and bright grapefruit over a lean, grainy malt base. Despite its hazy appearance, it maintains the classic West Coast character with a firm, drying bitterness and a clean fermentation profile. It balances juicy fruit saturations with a resinous, refreshing finish that hides its strength well.
Appearance.Medium gold with a prominent, persistent white head and dense lacing; noticeably hazy as per the modern sub-style, though retaining a vibrant glow.
Aroma.Intense hop-forward bouquet featuring prominent tropical fruit, crushed gooseberry, and white wine notes, complemented by citrus zest and a hint of pine. Low, clean, grainy malt provides a neutral background with no distracting esters.
Taste.High hop flavor of passion fruit, grapefruit, and berry leads into a firm, assertive bitterness. The malt profile is low and clean, allowing the hop character to dominate. It finishes dry and crisp with a lingering resinous and fruity aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture from the haze-inducing proteins; medium-high carbonation provides a crisp bite. A very light, smooth alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated.
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