This Hazy IPA offers a delicate fusion of New World hop intensity and elegant botanical accents. The addition of jasmine tea provides a heady, perfume-like floral aroma that intertwines seamlessly with the tropical fruit and citrus profiles characteristic of the style. Jasmine rice contributes a subtle, clean cereal sweetness and a lean, digestible character to the grist, refining the malt profile. Expect a lush, opaque pour with a soft, pillowy texture that carries waves of mango, lychee, and orange zest. The finish is remarkably smooth and restrained in bitterness, leaving a lingering impression of blooming jasmine and succulent stone fruit.
Appearance.Color is a glowing straw to light gold (4-6 SRM) with a deep, opaque haze. It supports a dense, rocky, meringue-like white head with high retention and thick lacing.
Aroma.High intensity aromatics of tropical pineapple and ripe mango lead the profile. These are layered with a sophisticated, perfume-like jasmine floral character and a hint of herbal tea. The malt is neutral and grainy, reflecting the clean, bready notes of jasmine rice with no caramel or toast present.
Taste.Initial impression is an explosion of juicy tropical fruit and citrus zest. The jasmine tea adds mid-palate complexity with floral lavender and herbal notes. It features a low to medium-high perceived bitterness that is soft and never sharp. The jasmine rice provides a light, clean malt backbone that leads into a smooth, off-dry finish with a lingering fruity and floral aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a soft, pillowy, and smooth texture. Carbonation is moderate. There is no harshness or astringency, and the 6.66% ABV provides only a very light, well-integrated warmth.