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This Is The Sea

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Vibrant citrus, subtle pine and light tropical fruit sit over a crisp bitterness. Marble calls it its first Atlantic Bitter: a traditional UK bitter balanced with zesty hops from across the Atlantic, here Centennial, Columbus and El Dorado. This Is The Sea is a 4.6% beer from the Specials, made with barley and wheat, and vegan.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppypiney
citrusy
hoppy
piney
tropical
wheat
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—predominantly grapefruit and orange zest from the American hops—layered over a subtle pine undertone.
also:malty
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for This Is The Sea

◎ Appearance

This Is The Sea presents a warm golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is moderate and even, with steady streams rising through a clear body. Foam retention is solid, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as you drink.

golden, clearwhite headmoderate carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—predominantly grapefruit and orange zest from the American hops—layered over a subtle pine undertone. Beneath these sits a light, clean malt backbone with hints of tropical fruit, possibly passionfruit or light stone fruit. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with no harsh solvent or phenolic notes.

citrus, grapefruitpine, resinoustropical fruitclean malt

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with the malt providing a gentle sweetness that anchors the beer. Mid-palate brings forward the citrus and pine character, balanced by a crisp, measured bitterness that builds gradually rather than dominating. The 28 IBUs are well-integrated, offering structure without aggression, while the wheat adds a subtle softness to the overall profile.

balanced, restrained bitternesscitrus forwardwheat-soft mouthfeelclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively dry, with the bitterness lingering pleasantly without overstaying. A faint citrus note persists into the aftertaste, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry finishlingering citrusrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

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

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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