This Autumn Seasonal Beer presents a creative, dairy-free pumpkin latte profile, blending the earthy richness of pumpkin with the tropical creaminess of coconut milk. Brewed as a collaboration with Hoppy Hog, it features a base that balances malty sweetness with a delicate, refreshing acidity. The sensory journey is defined by its velvety textures and a harmonious interplay between the vegetable-like depth of the pumpkin and the exotic sweetness of the coconut. A subtle sourness emerges in the finish, lifting the heavier autumnal elements and ensuring a clean, inviting close to each sip that avoids the heaviness of traditional dairy-based counterparts.
Appearance.Deep orange to luminous copper in color with a slight haze. Topped with a persistent, cream-colored head that leaves moderate lacing on the glass.
Aroma.Moderate intensity with dominant notes of creamy coconut and roasted pumpkin. Low bready malt character is present, supported by a faint lactic tartness and subtle hints of harvest spices.
Taste.Initial impression is of sweet pumpkin and smooth coconut milk. The malt provides a bready, biscuit-like foundation. Hop bitterness is low and hop flavor is absent, allowing the delicate sourness and vegetable sweetness to lead. The finish is clean with a lingering touch of coconut sweetness.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a notable creaminess and smooth, latte-like texture. Carbonation is moderate, and alcohol warmth is very low, providing a refreshing yet substantial mouthfeel.