This modern Double IPA leans toward a New England style, delivering a lush, fruit-forward sensory experience. An explosion of Nelson Sauvin hops unleashes distinct notes of white wine grape and crushed gooseberry, while intense Galaxy additions offer tropical passionfruit and peach. Mandarina Bavaria hops weave in a soft, sweet citrus character, suggesting fresh tangerine. Supported by a subtle, clean malt bill, this beer presents a wonderfully soft stone fruit profile and a well-integrated bitterness. The experience finishes smooth and juicy, masking its strength with high drinkability and a beautifully aromatic, tropical hop-drenched finale.
Appearance.Light orange-gold in color with a moderate, soft haze. Features a moderate-sized, persistent, dense white head that leaves delicate, web-like lacing on the glass.
Aroma.High-intensity hop aroma featuring a complex blend of tropical passionfruit, ripe peach, and soft stone fruits. Distinct notes of gooseberry and white wine grape mingle with a sweet mandarin orange citrus character. The malt profile is clean, soft, and highly supportive, remaining in the background with virtually no alcohol heat.
Taste.Begins with a plush, juicy impression of tropical and stone fruits, highlighting tangerine, peach, and melon. Malt flavor is low and unobtrusively doughy, providing a soft cushion for the hops. Bitterness is moderate to moderately high but smooth, avoiding any harsh or resinous bite. Finishes dry to medium-dry with a lingering, pleasant tropical hop aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a soft, smooth, and slightly creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate. Displays no harsh hop-derived astringency and carries a very mild, well-integrated alcohol warmth.