Thornbridge Kipling

Name: Thornbridge Kipling
Brand: Beer
SKU: 59411e5a1603da550b2a41c0
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.64 (19874 reviews)

American Pale Ale 5.2 º 46 IBU

Thornbridge Brewery

Kipling is a quintessential South Pacific Pale Ale, radiating a vibrant golden blonde hue. This beer showcases the distinctive characteristics of Nelson Sauvin hops, delivering an exquisite bouquet of gooseberry, mango, and passion fruit. On the palate, a soft but full-flavored profile emerges, balancing an initial bready malt sweetness with punchy flavors of kiwi and tropical fruit. The experience concludes with a firm, lasting grapefruit-like bitterness that cleanses the palate. It remains a remarkably drinkable American Pale Ale, characterized by its clean fermentation and a sophisticated interplay between lush New Zealand hop notes and a supportive malt backbone.

Appearance. Radiant golden blonde (approximately 5–7 SRM) with brilliant clarity. It produces a moderately large, creamy white head with excellent retention and delicate lacing.

Aroma. High intensity hop-forward aroma dominated by tropical characteristics. Pronounced notes of passion fruit, gooseberry, and mango are layered over a subtle vinous quality. A low, neutral grainy malt scent provides a clean foundation, free from caramel or yeast-derived phenols.

Taste. The initial impression offers soft malt sweetness and succulent tropical fruit, specifically kiwi and passion fruit. This is met by a moderate to high hop bitterness. The flavor profile is clean, transitioning from fruit-forward sweetness to a lingering, pithy grapefruit finish. The balance leans toward the hops, though the malt ensures a smooth, non-astringent experience.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body, providing a plush and soft texture. Carbonation is moderate, enhancing the fruit aromatics. It finishes clean with no perceptible alcohol warmth or harshness.

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