Love & Hate

◎ Appearance

A hazy pale gold, intentionally opaque with fine suspended particles from the Vermont yeast strain and oat adjuncts. The head is modest but persistent, with good adhesion to the glass. Carbonation is moderate and visibly fine, contributing to the soft, pillowy presentation.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with ripe tropical fruit—mango and passion fruit—layered beneath bright citrus notes from heavy Citra and Galaxy dry hopping. Beneath the hops lie subtle wheat and oat undertones, adding a soft, almost creamy sweetness. Stone fruit character emerges on closer inspection, particularly peach and apricot.

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and juicy, the oat and wheat malt providing a silky, full body without heaviness. Mid-palate remains fruit-driven with tropical and citrus notes dominating; bitterness is restrained and well-integrated, never harsh. The finish brings a gentle, lingering hoppy note balanced against the beer's natural sweetness.

◑ Finish

Medium-length and clean, with a subtle dry hoppy edge that fades gracefully into lingering stone fruit notes. The aftertaste remains pleasant and thirst-inducing, free from astringency.