Beavertail IPA

◎ Appearance

Beavertail pours a deep golden hue with excellent clarity and a sturdy white head that adheres firmly to the glass as you drink. The carbonation is visible and lively, creating a bright, inviting presentation. Lacing persists across the surface, marking each sip with fine foam residue.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with assertive pine and citrus peel—crisp and resinous—that establish the hop-forward character immediately. Beneath those primary notes sits a faint saline minerality that echoes coastal air and sea salt, adding an unexpected briny dimension. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with no heavy malt sweetness to soften the aromatics.

◐ Taste

Entry brings a direct hoppy bite with piney and citrus flavors that dominate the palate. Mid-palate sustains the herbal-resinous character while a subtle saline minerality and faint tropical note add texture without overwhelming. Bitterness builds steadily and carries through to the finish, balanced by a lean malt backbone that avoids sweetness.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with lingering pine and subtle salt notes fading into a crisp, refreshing aftertaste. Bitterness resolves gradually, leaving the palate bright rather than harsh.

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.