Fresh Hop Chop

◎ Appearance

Fresh Hop Chop presents a pale golden hue with visible haze from suspended matter, a hallmark of wet-hop brewing. The head is substantial and retains well, clinging to the glass with fine lacing. Carbonation appears lively throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by fresh citrus and passionfruit notes from the undried Galaxy hops, with a pronounced grassy and herbal character that fades slightly as the beer warms. Beneath lies a subtle pine and resinous layer, with soft malt undertones providing balance. The intensity is most pronounced when the beer is young, making this a beer best enjoyed fresh.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and tropical fruit, immediately followed by a grassy, green-hop bite that fills the mid-palate with herbal pine and sticky resin notes. The supporting malt base provides gentle sweetness and structure without overwhelming the hop-forward character. Bitterness builds gradually and closes cleanly, neither sharp nor lingering excessively.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately dry, with the herbal grassiness and pine fading to a clean, slightly bitter aftertaste. The overall length is medium, allowing the fresh-hop character to linger without fatigue.

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

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