Bran & Sceolan Irish IPA

◎ Appearance

Very pale golden in color, with a subtle haze imparted by the generous dry-hopping. The head forms quickly and displays good adhesion, leaving fine Schaumkleiden on the glass as it recedes. Bright carbonation gives the beer liveliness and clarity in the bowl.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant tropical stone fruit—passionfruit and grapefruit dominate—layered with bright citrus zest and orange peel. Floral Edelhopfen character rises underneath, offering delicate herbal and perfumed notes that balance the fruit-forward character without obscuring it.

◐ Taste

The palate enters cleanly with the citrus notes from the aroma, then deepens into piney resin and green hop character in the mid-palate. Beneath this lies a full, smooth Malz body that provides ballast and sweetness without heaviness, allowing the bitterness to sit lightly at 50 IBU rather than dominate.

◑ Finish

The finish carries the juicy citrus and stone fruit through cleanly, with a refreshing dryness that invites another sip. Lingering piney notes and only light hop bitterness round out the aftertaste without astringency.