Red's Rye IPA

◎ Appearance

Red's Rye IPA presents a deep crimson body with excellent clarity. A creamy tan head forms on the pour and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving fine strands of lacing down the sides. The carbonation is visible and lively throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes of grapefruit and orange peel, followed by a green, resinous pine character. Beneath the hops, caramel and biscuit from the malt base add sweetness and depth, while the rye grain contributes a subtle peppery spice that ties the profile together.

◐ Taste

Entry reveals the rye's characteristic peppery grain bite alongside caramel and biscuit sweetness. Mid-palate shows developing citrus and resin from the Amarillo dry-hop, building into a firm, assertive bitterness that dominates without harshness. The rye grain structure provides backbone throughout.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with lingering bitterness and a peppery spice that extends the rye character. The aftertaste fades cleanly without cloying residue.

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.