Ghost Hops

◎ Appearance

Ghost Hops presents a pale golden hue characteristic of a West Coast IPA, with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality. A modest white head forms on the pour and maintains reasonable retention, with light lacing visible on the glass. Fine carbonation contributes to a lively visual presentation throughout the drinking experience.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean, zesty citrus notes—predominantly grapefruit and lemon zest—layered with subtle tropical fruit undertones of pineapple and passion fruit. A light floral quality from the Edelhopfen rounds the bouquet, while the malt backbone remains restrained, allowing the hop character to dominate without any harsh or aggressive alcohol notes.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus flavors that mirror the aroma, delivering crisp grapefruit and lemon on entry. Mid-palate develops a balanced bitterness at 60 IBU—assertive without being punishing—supported by a light, clean malt structure that provides necessary body. The finish remains dry and clean, with the hoppy character persisting into the aftertaste.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with lingering hoppy bitterness that gradually fades to a clean, dry conclusion. No residual sweetness or alcohol warmth remains, making this approachable despite its full hop intensity.