Ichthyosaur IPA

◎ Appearance

Golden amber hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with visible lacing. Carbonation is bright and even, with a steady stream of small bubbles rising through the body. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, characteristic of a well-crafted American IPA.

◌ Aroma

The nose is immediately dominated by Cascade hop character — bright citrus notes mingle with herbaceous pine and a subtle earthy quality. Beneath the hop expression lies a restrained caramel malt foundation that adds warmth without overshadowing the floral and resinous top notes. Clean fermentation allows the hop aromatics to shine without yeast-derived distractions.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with balanced malt sweetness from the caramel backbone providing a solid platform for the hop bitterness. Mid-palate reveals layered citrus and pine flavors that build gradually, supported by gentle toasted malt notes that prevent harshness. The 60 IBU bitterness is firm but integrated, never astringent — a hallmark of restraint that invites both IPA enthusiasts and those new to the style.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with hop bitterness lingering pleasantly without excessive astringency. A faint orange note emerges in the aftertaste, echoing the citrus character and inviting another sip.