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Field Study

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Ripe grapefruit, mango, pear and a hint of melon come from dry-hopping with Citra, Mosaic and El Dorado. The base is local rustic pale malt with Pilsner malt, wheat and oats, fermented with the house ale yeast. Slightly hazy and gold, 6.2% ABV, Field Study is a summer seasonal brewed in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfruityhoppy
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
tropical
wheat
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by citrus and stone fruit character from the Citra, Mosaic, and El Dorado dry hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Field Study

◎ Appearance

Field Study presents a bright golden hue with a slight haze characteristic of its dry-hopped profile. The beer maintains good head retention with a fine, persistent foam. Effervescence is moderate and even, lending a lively visual presence to the glass.

golden, slightly hazyfine persistent headbright and lively

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by citrus and stone fruit character from the Citra, Mosaic, and El Dorado dry hops. Ripe grapefruit and mango lead, with secondary notes of pear and subtle melon sweetness. A clean, grainy maltiness from the pale malt base provides gentle support without overshadowing the hop-driven aromatics.

grapefruit, mangocitrus-forwardstone fruit and melon

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus bite and tropical fruit character that mirrors the aroma. Mid-palate reveals soft wheat and oat notes that add a gentle, slightly pillowy texture. A moderate, well-integrated bitterness arrives mid-palate and carries through, balancing the fruit without becoming harsh or astringent.

citric and fruitysoft wheat texturebalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with lingering citrus notes and a dry, clean conclusion. A subtle hop bitterness persists but remains light and approachable, inviting another sip.

dry, clean finishrefreshing aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
79
Finish
80
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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