Garage Beer Co. 498

498 is a vibrant Southern Hemisphere-inspired American Pale Ale that highlights the synergy between Nelson Sauvin and Nectaron hops. It opens with a burst of white wine grape, passionfruit, and crushed gooseberry, shifting into lush stone fruit notes of peach and pineapple. The malt backbone remains exceptionally clean and pale, providing a neutral canvas that allows the expressive New Zealand fruit character to shine. While it captures the aromatic intensity of a modern West Coast IPA, the bitterness is slightly restrained to enhance drinkability, resulting in a bright, fresh profile with a crisp, refreshing finish.