Good Gourd

◎ Appearance

Deep orange pour with excellent clarity and bright translucence. A substantial head forms and holds well, with fine Schaumkleiden clinging to the glass. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced buttered pie crust and roasted pumpkin, immediately anchored by a warm complex of cinnamon, allspice, cloves and nutmeg. Floral Edelhopfen character threads underneath, adding a delicate counterweight to the dominant spice and caramel sweetness.

◐ Taste

Medium body carries caramel malt character on entry with continued pumpkin and spice presence. Mid-palate reveals the depth of the spice blend alongside a subtle fruitiness, while the floral hop bitterness emerges as a balancing element, restrained at 12 IBU but still perceptible. The finish turns increasingly dry, with the 8.8% alcohol heat becoming more apparent as residual sweetness fades.

◑ Finish

The finish persists with warming alcohol drying the palate and emphasizing the spice lingering from mid-palate. Aftertaste leans toward bitter spice and light alcohol warmth rather than residual sweetness.