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◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with a fine turbidity characteristic of the style, rendered by suspension through the hefe. The head is compact and persistent, maintaining a fine ring of lacing around the glass as the beer is consumed. Carbonation is lively and visible throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent tropical stone fruit from Nectaron—peach and apricot notes—layered beneath a sharp, herbaceous lime character from Riwaka. Citra binds these into a cohesive whole, adding grapefruit zest and a clean citric backbone. No malt sweetness or yeast phenolics intrude; the aromatic profile remains hop-forward and bright.

◐ Taste

The palate enters with moderate bitterness, restrained by the beer's modest 6.8% ABV, allowing the dual dry-hop character to assert itself. Tropical and citrus notes from the three cultivars weave through the mid-palate—stone fruit sweetness countered by lime's sharp edge and Citra's resinous finish. Body is light to medium, creamy in texture without heaviness, and the finish drives toward dryness.

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is crisp and moderately persistent, dominated by lime and grapefruit notes that fade gradually into a clean, dry sensation. The beer remains refreshing and approachable throughout, inviting another sip.

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

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