Hoppyright Infringement

◎ Appearance

Pours a bright golden amber with excellent clarity and a dense, off-white head that displays strong Schaumhaftung down the glass. The carbonation is brisk and persistent, creating a fine, steady stream of bubbles that maintains structure throughout the drinking experience. Light catches the liquid with a warm, inviting translucence characteristic of the Double IPA style.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with assertive Edelhopfen character, presenting pronounced citrus zest—lemon and grapefruit pith—layered with subtle pine and herbal undertones. A soft fruity sweetness emerges beneath, suggesting stone fruit and tropical notes that balance the forward hop intensity. Light Malz backbone provides a clean, grainy foundation without dominating the aromatic profile.

◐ Taste

Entry is bold and bitter, with hop bitterness (80 IBU) establishing immediate presence on the palate. Mid-palate brings layers of citrus, stone fruit, and a hint of herbal spice, while the Malz character provides a malt-forward sweetness that prevents one-dimensional bitterness. The finish builds toward dry, leaving a lingering bitter edge with residual citrus complexity.

◑ Finish

The aftertaste extends with moderate length, maintaining hop bitterness and citrus notes without becoming harsh. A subtle warming from the 7.6% ABV emerges as the beer fades, leaving the palate clean and refreshed.