Basqueland Peñas de Aia

Basqueland Peñas de Aia is a beer created in collaboration with Verdant Brewing Co. (Cornwall), a jewel of intense aroma and velvety texture that pays homage to hop lovers. This beer combines potency, smoothness, and a complex fruity profile that makes it one of the great celebrations of Basqueland's 10th anniversary. Its recipe fuses the best of two worlds: classic Simcoe and Mosaic hops, which provide familiar citrus and tropical notes, alongside the bolder Riwaka and Strata, responsible for its unique character, with surprising herbal and fruity touches. An intense, well-rounded, and extremely aromatic DIPA that demonstrates the perfect balance between technique and creativity.

Characteristics:

Style: Double India Pale Ale (DIPA)

Alcohol Content: 8.2% ABV

Hops: Simcoe, Mosaic, Riwaka, Strata

Serving Temperature: 8 – 10 ºC

Color (EBC): 10 EBC (pale and hazy yellow)

Bitterness (IBU): 40 IBU (balanced, with low bitterness)

Character, Flavor, Aromas:

Juicy, fruity, and aromatic. Highlights include notes of grapefruit, passion fruit, strawberry, and peach, accompanied by a subtle herbal and citrus background. On the palate, it is creamy and velvety, with a dense body that balances the potency of the hops with an enveloping sensation of softness. Long, fresh, and clean finish, with persistent fruitiness.

Food Pairing:

Perfect with gourmet burgers, sushi, fish tacos, mild curry, or semi-cured cheeses. Its fruity and tropical profile enhances spicy flavors and salty contrasts.

An essential beer for those seeking aromatic intensity and a high-level fruity experience.