Arms Race

◎ Appearance

Arms Race presents a bright amber hue with excellent transparency and a fine white head that settles to a persistent collar. The carbonation is lively, with steady streams of fine bubbles maintaining good head retention and clean lacing down the glass.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—orange zest and grapefruit—layered over tropical fruit esters that suggest peach and apricot from the generous Citra dry-hop. Beneath the hop-forward character sits a subtle floral spice from Chinook and Centennial, with just enough warm Malz sweetness to anchor the profile.

◐ Taste

The palate enters with crisp citrus and stone fruit intensity, followed by a firm but clean bitterness that builds gradually through the mid-palate. The amber Malz base provides a bready, slightly toasted foundation that balances the hop aggression without turning cloying, leaving room for the piney resin notes to shine.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering citrus and a subtle bitter edge that fades into a faint Malz sweetness. The aftertaste remains pleasantly hoppy and refreshing without fatigue.