Twin Elephant Brewing Company Topsider

Name: Twin Elephant Brewing Company Topsider
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6857cdb31603da50272b54a2
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.74 (230 reviews)

Kölsch 5.8 º

Twin Elephant Brewing Company

Topsider reimagines the traditional Kölsch through a vibrant, hop-forward lens while maintaining the classic elegance of its Cologne roots. This brilliantly clear, golden ale presents a delicate base of grainy-sweet Pilsner malt that supports an amplified hop profile. The increased hop presence delivers an assertive bouquet of floral and spicy notes, harmonizing with subtle yeast-derived esters of pear and crisp apple. At 5.8% ABV, this version provides a slightly sturdier body than traditional examples, yet remains remarkably drinkable. It concludes with a soft, rounded palate and a signature dry, crisp finish that captures the refreshing spirit of a Jersey Shore sunset.

Appearance. Medium yellow to light gold with brilliant clarity. Features a delicate, frothy white head that exhibits moderate retention and leaves light lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate intensity with a clean, grainy-sweet malt character. The hop aroma is more pronounced than traditional examples, offering floral and herbal spiciness. Very low fruity esters of apple and pear provide a clean, fresh aromatic balance.

Taste. The initial impression is a balance of soft, bready malt and a firm hop bitterness. Flavors of spicy and floral hops are moderately high, supported by a neutral-grainy malt sweetness. The fermentation character is clean with nearly imperceptible fruitiness. It features a soft, rounded palate and finishes very dry and crisp with no lingering harshness.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, soft texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a refreshing, prickly sensation. A very light, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present from the slightly elevated gravity.

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