Scenic West

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with a distinctly hazy, turbid body that scatters light throughout the glass. A thick, creamy white head forms on the pour and maintains good retention, clinging to the rim as fine Schaumkleiden. Lively carbonation is evident from persistent bubbles rising through the cloudy matrix.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—Meyer lemon and blood orange—underpinned by herbal and resinous qualities from Simcoe and El Dorado. A subtle earthy dankness emerges beneath, with gentle tropical fruit undertones from the Mosaic addition. Minimal malt backbone, allowing the hop bouquet to dominate without harsh phenolics.

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and juicy, with ripe citrus peel and stone fruit flavors unfolding across the midpalate. The mouthfeel is soft and pillowy, enhanced by the haze; bitterness is restrained at 50 IBU, sitting in harmony with the fruit rather than dominating. A gentle, dusty dankness emerges in the back, evoking the Southwest terroir, before fading into a dry, slightly herbal finish.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and clean, with lingering citrus oils and a whisper of earthy resin on the palate. Carbonation remains lively through the aftertaste, leaving an inviting, thirst-quenching sensation.