Spring Tide

◎ Appearance

Spring Tide presents a bright golden hue characteristic of its pale ale designation, with an SRM of 8 placing it in the lighter spectrum of the style. The beer displays excellent clarity and a persistent white head with good lacing retention, suggesting careful carbonation and conditioning from the cask. The visual presentation conveys freshness and approachability.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced citrus character—lemon and grapefruit notes dominate, backed by a subtle fruitiness that avoids heaviness. Underneath lies a clean Edelhopfen presence with herbal undertones, while the malt provides a modest grainy foundation without dominating the profile. The overall impression is fresh and inviting, typical of modern hop-forward pale ale practice.

◐ Taste

On the palate, citrus fruity notes persist from the aroma into the mid-palate, delivering a fairly sweet impression balanced by 35 IBUs of measured bitterness that never becomes harsh or astringent. The body feels full and satisfying without weight, with hop bitterness arriving gradually rather than aggressively, allowing the malt sweetness to remain present throughout. The refreshing character noted by drinkers stems from this clean interplay between sweetness and restrained hop bite.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and lingering, with citrus notes trailing into a faintly bitter aftertaste that refreshes rather than fatigues the palate. The 4.2% ABV ensures the finish remains light and drinkable, encouraging another sip.