Hopf white

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with a slight haze from suspended yeast, characteristic of the style. The reduced carbonation yields a delicate, fine head that settles quickly, leaving only modest lacing on the glass. The clarity speaks to careful brewing rather than aggressive filtration.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with ripe banana—sweet and slightly fruity without vinegar notes—backed by gentle wheat grain. Subtle spice from clove emerges in the mid-aroma, while the yeast presents as a soft, bread-like undertone rather than sharp phenols. No aggressive hop character; the aromatics remain inviting and approachable.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and pillowy, with banana and wheat malt melding seamlessly across the palate. The mid-palate remains balanced and light, allowing the fruity and grainy notes to surface without heaviness. Bitterness is minimal at 14 IBU, letting sweetness and wheat character dominate; a light clove dryness closes the flavor arc.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with the reduced carbonation allowing subtle wheat and banana notes to linger gently. Aftertaste fades quickly without astringency or cloying sweetness.