With Friends... Somer Valley

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with exceptional clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The carbonation is crisp and active, supporting a tight bead that slowly dissolves across the surface. The beer presents a luminous, inviting appearance characteristic of well-crafted pale ales brewed with extra pale malz and oats.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced tropical fruit notes—mango, pineapple, and stone fruit—lifted by the bright, resinous character of Strata and Cryo Strata hops. A subtle dank undertone emerges beneath the fruit, grounding the aromatic profile with earthy, herbal complexity. The base contributes a clean, slightly sweet malt foundation without dominating the hop-driven composition.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a juicy, fruit-forward entry that carries the tropical character from the nose onto the tongue, supported by the soft mouthfeel from oats and chit malt. Mid-palate reveals a moderate bitterness from Columbus and Idaho 7 that balances the residual sweetness without overwhelming the fruit expression. The finish transitions toward the dank, herbal notes, with a clean, dry conclusion that avoids astringency.

◑ Finish

Medium-length finish with the dank character asserting itself as the fruit fades, leaving a dry, slightly herbaceous aftertaste. The beer concludes clean and refreshing, without residual stickiness or harsh hop burn.