Shore Leave

◎ Appearance

Amber in color, displaying a warm copper tone that reflects the medium crystal and Vienna malts in the grist. The head forms with modest density and retains a thin, even ring as you drink. Clarity is good, with a slight haze typical of the sessionable ale category.

◌ Aroma

Lightly toasted biscuit and caramel notes emerge first, underpinned by the soft base of Aromatic and Light Munich malts. Columbus, Mosaic and Citra hops add restrained citrus and stone fruit notes—grapefruit zest and peach—without dominating the grain-forward character. The overall nose is balanced and approachable, with no sharp edges.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a gentle malt sweetness—caramel and biscuit—that carries through the mid-palate with medium body and soft mouthfeel. Hop bitterness emerges in the center, offering 28 IBUs of clean, restrained bite that neither overwhelms nor fades. The ale finishes dry without harshness, allowing the fruit notes from Mosaic and Citra to linger softly.

◑ Finish

Medium-length finish with a lingering dryness and faint citrus echo. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, inviting the next sip.