The Red Glove Double Red Ale

◎ Appearance

Deep copper to dark amber, bright and clear with excellent clarity. A dense, lasting head forms and clings to the glass with persistent lacing, demonstrating good protein and hop structure. Carbonation is moderate and evenly distributed, creating a refined foam presentation.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with candied sweetness from Amarillo and Simcoe hops—notes of caramel, honey, and subtle citrus resin. Beneath the hop forward character lies a supporting base of toasted caramel malt. The aromatic profile is warm and inviting, balancing honeyed fruit against emerging herbal and piney undertones.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with rich caramel malt sweetness that provides a solid foundation, then the 100 IBU bitterness delivers its counter-punch with resinous, piney hop character. Notably, the perceived bitterness feels restrained—the substantial malt backbone cushions the aggressive IBU number, creating a full-bodied frame where sweetness and bitterness dance rather than clash. Mid-palate shows toasty malt depth with lingering hop bitterness.

◑ Finish

The finish is long and increasingly dry, with hop bitterness extending well into the aftertaste. A gentle warmth from the 7.2% ABV lingers without harshness, while resinous hop notes persist on the palate.