Vital Vibe
Block 15 Brewing - Southtown Tap Room

 

Crystal clear amber brew with plenty of foam in the spiky tumbler. Aromatic with peach and a squeeze of citrus. Light flavor of apricot and orange. Sharp finish but not acidic. Light and clean mouthfeel with a lively spritz. There is an unusual fruity taste to this, but quite pleasant. Whatever the "harmonious mix" of hops are, it's nicely done and not over done. From the 16 oz can purchased at Elizabeth Station. Dated 05/14/24, so pretty fresh.

Look: Hazy bright yellow with a lofty white head that leaves good lacing clung to the glass as it settles

Aroma: Tangerines, raspberry, kiwi, pear, orange, and light bready malt

Taste: Follows the nose well with everything I got in the nose in play however, here the pithy citrus and kiwi lead the charge. Very bright and sharp throughout and closes with raspberry and pear

Mouthfeel: Full but light, medium-high carbonation, and light and somewhat soft on the finish

Overall: I can dig it. This is a good and well-made IPA but not totally my cup of tea as it’s a little too fruity and bright for me without the resinous hop presence and dry, rougher finish I’m personally into. For what it is, it’s good, but is like some tweener/hazy IPAs are and a one-and-done for me