Heavy Cross

◎ Appearance

Medium golden amber color with bright clarity and a pale, persistent head that clings to the glass in fine lacing. Carbonation is lively and sustained, creating steady streams of fine bubbles throughout. The beer presents a clean, inviting visual profile typical of well-crafted IPAs.

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by aggressive citrus and tropical fruit character, with prominent pineapple and grapefruit notes from the Citra and Nelson Sauvin hops. A resinous herbal undertone emerges beneath, supported by the spicy, floral notes of Hallertau. The malt base remains restrained, allowing the hops to command the sensory space.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and stone fruit sweetness that quickly builds into a pronounced fruity body, with oats contributing a subtle smoothness. Bitterness intensifies steadily through the mid-palate, driven by the substantial hop charge and high IBU load. The finish transitions sharply into a hard, lingering bitter strike that dominates the final impression.

◑ Finish

A pronounced dry, bitter aftertaste persists long after swallowing, with resinous and herbal hop character remaining prominent. The elevated alcohol warmth becomes more apparent in the finish without overwhelming the bitter conclusion.