Misty Mountain IPA

The aroma of this beer is delightful: A medium-sweet malt note and fruity esters of lychee fruit, then a sot, freshly baked bread-like character. Very light grassy notes round out the hop aroma, with a light nutty malt quality at the end. Its inviting golden yellow appearance and brilliant clarity paints a pretty inviting picture. The large, white, rocky head and long retention frames the glass. The first sip has a moderately bready, soft hazelnut character that is both pleasant and easy-drinking. The hop characters are of tropical fruit, piney and citrusy, with the balance shifting towards grapefruit. The beer finishes with a low sweet flavor, has good attenuated dryness and a long, bitter aftertaste. The medium body, carbonation, low degree of alcohol warmth, and an itty-bitty creaminess round out the mouthfeel. This is a well-balanced American IPA that is enhanced by the subtle nutty flavors and made complete by the firm hop character.