Modern IPA

◎ Aussehen

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass with fine, tight carbonation visible throughout. The visual presentation conveys the beer's crispness and freshness.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fresh US hop character—prominent citrus notes and resinous pine dominate, with hints of tropical fruit underneath. The aroma is clean and crisp, without heavy malt or fermentation notes. This is a beer designed to showcase modern hop aromatics in their purest form.

◐ Geschmack

The palate opens with a crisp hop bite that gradually builds into a balanced bitterness (65 IBU) that feels softer and more refined than expected. Mid-palate shows resinous, dry character with lingering citrus and subtle tropical undertones. The brewhouse technique pays off here—the pronounced hop load never overwhelms, instead settling into a smooth, integrated bitterness that invites another sip.

◑ Abgang

The finish is clean and dry, with hop bitterness gradually fading into a crisp aftertaste. No residual sweetness lingers; the beer leaves the palate prepared for the next sip.