gold cliff ipa

Kaunolu Cove is surrounded by sweet-smelling pineapple fields, exotic plants with colorful flowers and lush greenery. Crystal clear, azure waters sway in gentle waves over the coral reef below. Colorful schools of fish float above living coral gardens, seagrass meadows sway to the rhythm of the ocean. Hawaii is home to countless such paradise corners and attracts crowds of divers and snorkelers year after year. But the Hawaiians themselves also appreciate the picturesque bays on their island. Legend has it that one or two experienced men demonstrated their courage by jumping from a ledge into the bay. The Gold Cliff is a legendary place and part of Hawaiian culture.

Local brewery Kona Brewing has dedicated a beer to this magical spot on their island. Their Gold Cliff IPA is brewed with aromatic Chinook, Topaz, Mosaic and Citra hops. Tropical pineapple also gives the beer a wonderfully fresh lightness.

The IPA flows into the glass with the color of ripe, juicy pineapple and also smells like it. A heavenly fruity scent rises from the slim, white foam, which immediately transports you to a palm-fringed sandy beach. The pineapple runs like a common thread through the enjoyment of beer: color, scent and taste provide the full portion of pineapple. Sour grapefruit and a fresh hint of lemon are added on the tongue, the finish is refreshingly sour.

Gold Cliff is a tropical kick of freshness that conjures up a holiday feeling on your tongue.