King Sue

◎ Appearance

Hazy golden-yellow with a soft, pillowy white head that clings persistently to the glass. The cloudiness from suspended yeast contributes to the beer's approachable, full-bodied appearance. Fine carbonation rises steadily, maintaining the creamy visual presentation throughout the pour.

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant tropical fruit — mango, passion fruit, and papaya — lifted by bright Citra hop character. Underneath, a soft creamy sweetness emerges, balanced by gentle citrus zest and subtle herbal notes. The overall impression is juicy and inviting, with no harsh resinous edges despite the significant hop loading.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a smooth, full wave of tropical juice and stone fruit, followed by a measured bitter backbone that sits at 65 IBU without dominating. Mid-palate remains creamy and pillowy, with the malt structure remaining restrained to allow hop character to shine. The finish trails into a lingering citrus and hop resin note, pleasantly dry without astringency.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with tropical hop oils and light citrus lingering on the palate. Despite 7.8% ABV, the beer drinks dangerously easy, with no warming alcohol or heavy residue.

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

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