Nōka

◎ Appearance

Pale amber to light copper in color, with good translucency and a fine, persistent head. The can-conditioning produces a lively, natural carbonation visible as steady streams of small bubbles. Lacing clings moderately to the glass, reflecting the beer's gentle structure.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft, slightly spicy Saaz character before moving into earthy and funky notes—hints of leather, dried leaves, and a subtle barnyard quality from the Brettanomyces. Beneath lies a gentle nuttiness from the spelt, paired with light grain sweetness that grounds the more volatile top notes.

◐ Taste

The palate enters crisp and dry, with the spelt malt providing a soft, slightly nutty foundation that wheat alone would not. Saaz bitterness is measured and refined, finishing clean without harshness. The Brett character weaves through as an earthy minerality that prevents the beer from feeling simple—a structured dryness that feels intentional rather than thin.

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately long, with a persistent earthy note and gentle noble-hop bitterness that lingers without becoming astringent. The residual character remains crisp and slightly funky.