Prickly Pear Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A pale, luminous pink hue dominates the glass, derived from the prickly pear infusion—striking without being opaque. The beer presents excellent clarity with a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass walls with good retention. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, creating a gentle bead throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent citrus notes—orange zest and grapefruit—layered beneath a subtle berry character from the prickly pear cactus. Clean noble hop aromatics provide structure without aggression, while a delicate sweetness suggests ripe fruit rather than sugar. The overall impression is bright and refreshing, with no yeast or fermentation characteristics asserting themselves.

◐ Taste

Entry brings a crisp, dry citrus punch balanced by mild berry sweetness on the mid-palate. The beer maintains a light body with restrained malty backbone that supports rather than dominates. Bitterness sits at a comfortable 38 IBU—present enough to frame the fruit character but never harsh or lingering; the finish remains dry and refreshing.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, allowing the citrus and berry notes to fade gracefully without astringency. A pleasant dryness persists in the aftertaste, inviting another sip.