Double Bangin'

◎ Appearance

Pale golden colour with excellent clarity and bright light transmission. A thick, cream-coloured head forms readily and clings persistently to the glass walls, displaying fine lacing on each sip. Carbonation is evident and lively throughout.

◌ Aroma

The nose is led by pronounced pine and grapefruit character, typical of the five-hop blend. A subtle malt sweetness underpins the fruity-resinous top notes, without overshadowing the hop expression. The aroma is clean and focused, with no yeast-driven or adjunct characters.

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and assertive, with resinous, piney bitterness taking centre stage on the mid-palate. Beneath this lies a biscuity, slightly sweet Malz base built from Maris Otter, Vienna malt and wheat, which prevents the beer from becoming harsh or one-dimensional. The hop bitterness (62 IBU) integrates well with the malt sweetness, achieving balance despite the 8% strength.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and dry, with the resinous bitterness lingering pleasantly without becoming astringent. A subtle biscuit note fades into the background as the aftertaste settles.