Loki

◎ Appearance

Loki presents a pale golden hue with a distinctly hazy, turbid character typical of a New England IPA. The cloudiness arises from suspended yeast and protein, creating a soft, diffuse appearance. A dense, creamy head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving a fine lacing as the beer is consumed.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright, tropical fruit character—passionfruit and citrus lead, supported by subtle stone fruit notes from the Styrian Dragon and New World hop blend. Beneath the hop-forward aromatics sits a soft, grainy maltiness from the barley, wheat, and oat bill, which adds body and a faint cereal undertone without dominating. No sharp phenolic or solvent notes; the profile remains clean and inviting.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and rounded, with the oat and wheat providing a full, pillowy mouthfeel that masks the moderate 50 IBU bitterness. The mid-palate balances tropical and citrus fruit flavours against a restrained, clean malted grain sweetness—the beer avoids heaviness despite its wheat content. Bitterness builds gradually toward the swallow, remaining crisp and herbal rather than aggressive or astringent.

◑ Finish

The finish is refreshing and relatively dry, with lingering citrus and passionfruit notes fading into a faint grain whisper. No harsh tannins or alcohol warmth persist; at 5.5% ABV, the beer closes clean and leaves the palate ready for the next sip.