Nefertiti

◎ Appearance

Nefertiti presents a pale golden hue with a soft haze throughout the glass, characteristic of the New England IPA style. The head builds quickly and holds with fine, persistent lacing that clings to the glass. Moderate carbonation drives steady streams of fine bubbles upward through the translucent body.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with ripe tropical fruit—papaya and passionfruit from Nelson Sauvin—layered beneath bright white grape and citrus pith notes from Riwaka and Citra. Supporting the hop-forward profile is a soft, bready maltiness and a clean fermentation character from the Verdant IPA yeast, with no off-notes.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a soft, saturated mouthfeel delivered by the wheat and flaked oats base. Ripe fruit and citrus dominate the mid-palate, with a measured 50 IBU bitterness that balances rather than overwhelms. The body remains full and coating without astringency, showcasing the interplay between hop intensity and restrained malt sweetness.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and medium in length, with residual citrus and white grape fading gradually into a subtle, lingering bitterness. No harshness or heat from the 8% ABV is evident—the alcohol integrates seamlessly into the overall profile.