Spruceplosion

◎ Appearance

Pale golden-yellow with substantial haziness from suspended yeast and proteins, creating a soft, diffuse appearance characteristic of the style. A dense, creamy head forms and clings to the glass with notable persistence, leaving fine sheets of lace on the walls. Bright carbonation is evident throughout, conveying liveliness without aggression.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus notes from Mosaic and Citra hops—orange zest and grapefruit predominate—layered beneath a distinctive herbal-piney character from hand-harvested Sitka spruce tips. Secondary aromas of stone fruit and subtle berry sweetness emerge, with a clean, yeast-neutral backdrop that allows the botanical and hop complexity to shine. No apparent malt sweetness or fermentation esters distract from the ingredient-forward profile.

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and approachable despite the 13 IBU, with tropical fruit notes—mango and pineapple—blending seamlessly with berry character and citrus definition from the hops. The mid-palate maintains good body and creamy texture, allowing the spruce tip botanicals to emerge as a dry, slightly mineral note that contrasts with the fruit sweetness. Bitterness is restrained and integrated, finishing dry without harshness or lingering astringency.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately dry, with citrus and spruce notes fading gracefully into a subtle, herbaceous aftertaste. No cloying residue remains; the low bitterness and moderate alcohol create a clean departure that invites another sip.