Le Duck

◎ Appearance

Light golden hue with bright clarity and fine carbonation evident throughout. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with crisp, delicate lacing. A visually clean and inviting pour that reflects the beer's refreshing character.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced white wine aromatics—sauvignon blanc and mineral notes—layered over bright tropical fruit: passionfruit, guava, and stone fruit from the late-pick Nelson Sauvin. Beneath these fruit-forward notes lies a clean, herbaceous hop character with subtle citrus zest and a whisper of fresh-cut grass.

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with tropical fruit flavors dominating the palate—lush mango and stone fruit sweetness balanced by the spritzy quality from early-pick Nelson. Mid-palate brings a moderate, grassy bitterness (35 IBU) that complements rather than overwhelms, while a light malted backbone provides subtle sweetness without weight. The finish carries both the hop character and fruit through cleanly.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length with a dry, refreshing quality that invites another sip. Lingering notes of passionfruit and mild herbaceous bitterness fade gracefully without astringency.