River Bird

◎ Appearance

River Bird presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, lively carbonation. The head forms quickly and maintains fine lacing throughout the glass, demonstrating good foam stability characteristic of a well-balanced West Coast IPA.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent pine and resinous hop character from the Chinook and Columbus varieties, layered with bright citrus notes from the Citra and Cascade hops. A clean, mineral backbone supports the aromatic profile without any yeast-derived esters or phenolic notes, allowing the noble hop character to remain front and center.

◐ Taste

The palate entry is crisp and refreshing, with citrus and pine flavors developing immediately across the mid-palate. Bitterness builds steadily from the Centennial and Chinook hops, reaching a moderate 60 IBU that balances the malt sweetness without overwhelming the delicate hop profile. The finish is dry and clean, with lingering pine and grapefruit notes.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and relatively short, fading to a pleasant, dry aftertaste dominated by hop resin and subtle citrus. No warmth lingers from the moderate 6.5% ABV, leaving the palate clean and ready for the next sip.