Deep Dive

◎ Appearance

Deep Dive presents a hazy golden-amber body with suspended yeast and hop particles creating a opaque, cloudy appearance characteristic of the style. The head forms quickly and retains moderate density, leaving intermittent lacing as the beer is consumed. Fine carbonation creates a gentle, persistent fizz that supports the visual cloudiness.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes from Citra and NZ Cascade, immediately evoking grapefruit zest and orange peel. Beneath lies a tropical fruit character—mango, passionfruit, and stone fruit—layered with subtle floral and herbal undertones from Wakatu. Minimal malt backbone allows the hop aromatics to dominate without yeast-derived esters clouding the profile.

◐ Taste

Entry is full and malty, providing a soft cushion of caramel sweetness before hop bitterness emerges in the mid-palate. Citrus and tropical fruit flavors unfold with a resinous, slightly piney finish characteristic of double IPA intensity. Bitterness is assertive but balanced—80 IBU reads as purposeful rather than harsh, fading into a drying, herb-tinged conclusion.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium to long, with lingering bitterness and subtle tropical fruit notes persisting on the palate. A dry, grainy aftertaste emerges, inviting another sip rather than overwhelming the mouth.