Doppelgänger

◎ Appearance

Pale straw to light golden hue with notable cloudiness from suspended yeast and hop matter, characteristic of the style. A thick, pillowy head forms with strong retention and distinct lacing that clings to the glass. Bright carbonation is evident throughout, with persistent fine bubbles rising through the hazy body.

◌ Aroma

The nose is immediately assertive and layered, leading with bright citrus notes—grapefruit zest and lemon pith—backed by resinous, pungent hop character that reads almost herbal. Beneath the aromatic hop intensity lies a soft, bready Malz foundation with subtle stone fruit undertones suggesting tropical elements. The overall effect is clean and inviting despite its boldness, with no harsh solvent notes.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with juicy, medium-bodied sweetness that immediately resolves into waves of citrus and subtle dank bitterness. Mid-palate reveals creamy mouthfeel alongside a growing resinous quality, with the hop profile building incrementally rather than explosively. At 50 IBU, the bitterness is present but restrained—integrated rather than confrontational—allowing the tropical fruit and citrus character to dominate the flavor landscape.

◑ Finish

The finish trails cleanly with lingering citrus and a gentle dry resin edge, leaving the palate refreshed rather than stripped. Aftertaste is relatively brief but pleasant, with fading notes of grapefruit and a whisper of herbal dankness.