Twelve
TRVE Brewing Co.

 

Pours out a sharp, clear, light gold color, solid medium gold in the glass; decent carbonation; fat, thick density head, white and semi-creamy with gentle rolling hills of sculpted foam on top. Fair aroma; earthy and herbal waft; slight fruity esters. Finely balanced flavors; mild malt sense; light cereal grain and cracker; hop bitterness is subdued but balanced with the malts; suggestions of earthy green herbs like thyme and rosemary. Medium-heavy body; slight India pale ale raspiness on the palate; semi-dry feel; crisp.

As I understand cold IPAs, this one does a pretty fair job, slipping a bit in the aroma department, but definitely bringing a balanced, nuanced lager-like quality to the taste while maintaining that certain ale-like mouthfeel.

ABV: 6.5%; pouring temperature: 40 °F; canning info: 06/20/24
Source: local purchase (Coaltrain Fine Wine, Craft Beer & Spirits)