Wellenfänger

◎ Appearance

Golden yellow with a slight opal haze, revealing the dry-hopping technique without obscuring clarity. The head forms with moderate density and displays good retention, leaving fine Schaumkleiden on the glass as the beer recedes. Carbonation is crisp and visible, contributing to the lively, inviting presentation.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright grapefruit and candied citrus zest, layered beneath a pronounced resinous pine character that builds in the glass. Tropical stone fruit emerges—ripe mango, passion fruit, and lychee—adding sweetness and depth, while a dry herbal edge prevents any cloying impression. The dry-hopping strategy is evident in the persistently hoppy, slightly peppery backdrop.

◐ Taste

Entry is full-bodied and fruity, with grapefruit and citrus asserting themselves immediately before a wave of bitter, piney resins takes hold mid-palate. Tropical notes of mango and passion fruit develop alongside the bitterness, creating tension rather than discord; the 7.2% alcohol is well-integrated, adding warmth without heat. The palate remains dry throughout, with a crisp, refreshing quality that prevents heaviness.

◑ Finish

A pronounced, prickling bitter finish dominates, underpinned by lingering citrus and pine character that extends into a long, complex fruity-bitter aftertaste. The bitterness remains crisp and clean rather than harsh, fading gradually over several minutes.