Aviator Bicoastal IPA

◎ Appearance

Pale amber with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting hue. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with good persistence, leaving distinct lacing on each sip. Carbonation is crisp and steady, with fine bubbles rising through the clear body.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical fruit—mandarin and stone fruit notes from Eclipse hops dominate the opening. Beneath these sits a pronounced resinous pine character, complemented by subtle grapefruit rind and citrus peel. The oat adjunct provides a soft, grain-forward backdrop without muddying the hop-driven profile.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with ripe stone fruit and citrus that persist through the mid-palate, balanced by a restrained bitterness that allows the fruit to remain prominent. Resinous, piney notes develop beneath the sweetness, while the oat base adds gentle body and a slightly creamy texture. The bitterness is present but measured, never assertive enough to overshadow the primary fruit character.

◑ Finish

The finish dries moderately with lingering piney and citrus notes fading gradually. A pleasant, clean aftertaste persists without harshness.

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

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