Protein Punch 0.5

◎ Appearance

Pale golden-yellow with a hazy, opaque quality throughout. The head forms thick and persistent, clinging to the glass walls with fine lacing as it settles. Fine carbonation produces gentle, rising cloudiness characteristic of the New England IPA style.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes of grapefruit and orange from the Citra and Mosaic hops, backed by vivid passion fruit aromatics. Soft tropical notes of coconut and pineapple emerge beneath, creating a juicy, candy-like sweetness. The malt base provides a subtle creamy undertone without harsh grain character.

◐ Taste

Entry is full-bodied and creamy, with the barley and oat malt foundation delivering a soft, almost silky mouthfeel. Mid-palate brings layered citrus and tropical fruit flavors—grapefruit pith and passionfruit pulp dominate, with gentle coconut and pineapple notes providing complexity. The 41 IBU bitterness is present but restrained, finishing with moderate hop bite rather than harsh dryness.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, fading gradually from tropical fruit into a subtle dry hop residue. Clean, with no cloying sweetness or alcohol warmth, leaving a refreshing citrus-forward aftertaste.