Stone Henge

◎ Appearance

Stone Henge presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a stable, fine-grained head that adheres well to the glass. The carbonation is brisk and well-integrated, supporting a persistent collar of foam. Light catches the body cleanly, revealing the pale amber undertones typical of rye-forward ales.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced floral hop character and tropical fruit notes—mango and stone fruit—characteristic of modern noble hop selection. As the beer warms, the rye grain emerges with a peppery, spicy edge that sharpens the overall aromatic profile. A subtle sweetness from oats underpins the composition without becoming cloying.

◐ Taste

The palate entry is clean and direct, with immediate rye spice providing a dry, slightly rough texture that defines the mid-palate experience. Bitterness is pronounced and well-articulated, driven by the grain bill and hop selection working in concert. The oat adjunct introduces a counterbalancing sweetness and viscosity that softens the spice without undermining its presence.

◑ Finish

The finish is moderately long and lingering, with the rye spice persisting alongside a firm, pleasantly dry bittering note. Oat-derived smoothness fades gradually, leaving a slightly rough mineral quality in the aftertaste.