Wharf IPA

◎ Appearance

Straw-coloured with excellent clarity and a bright, clean presentation. The head forms readily and displays good retention, with fine lacing clinging to the glass walls as you drink. Carbonation appears well-integrated and lively throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus fruit and a clean, herbaceous hop character derived from Sussex and Kent varieties. Underlying the fresh hop notes are subtle herbal and grassy undertones that suggest a restrained, regional approach to bittering and aroma.

◐ Taste

Entry is zesty and immediately bitter, with the palate unfolding through grassy and herbal dimensions punctuated by peppery mint and rosemary notes. A whisper of fig appears mid-palate, adding subtle complexity and preventing the bitterness from becoming harsh. The bitterness integrates well with the underlying Malz character rather than dominating it.

◑ Finish

Clean and dry, with the bitterness receding gracefully to reveal the underlying grain and hop residue. No lingering sweetness; the aftertaste remains crisp and inviting.