Establishment Ocean View West Coast Pilsner 473 ml - 24 Cans

Ocean View is a standout West Coast Pilsner from Calgary’s The Establishment Brewing Company. This relatively new sub-style is currently taking the craft world by storm, acting as a "bridge" between the crisp, clean structure of a German Pilsner and the bold, aromatic hopping of a West Coast IPA. Establishment, true to their reputation for technical excellence, has crafted a beer that offers the ultimate "best of both worlds": the refreshing "snap" of a lager with the punchy, resinous citrus of a modern IPA.

Beer Description

Ocean View pours a brilliant, crystal-clear straw-gold, strikingly different from the brewery's famous hazy IPAs, with a frothy, bright white head and tight, pinpoint carbonation.

Aroma: The nose is sharp, clean, and vibrant. It leads with a classic West Coast profile of grapefruit peel and sticky pine resin, followed by a delicate, floral scent of jasmine and lemongrass. Because it is a lager, the aroma remains incredibly "bright" and lacks any of the heavy, fruity yeast esters found in ales.

Palate: On the tongue, it is light-bodied and remarkably "brisk." It leads with a dry, crackery malt base (think fresh saltine crackers). This is immediately met by a firm, assertive bitterness that delivers flavors of citrus pith and forest floor. The finish is exceptionally dry and "clean," leaving a lingering, spicy hop bite that encourages the next sip.

Profile: It sits at a very drinkable 5.0% ABV and features a significant bitterness (approx. 40–45 IBU) that provides more "cut" than a traditional pilsner.

Technical Notes: This beer is a showcase of high-quality Pilsner malt and a long, cold lagering process to achieve its "diamond" clarity. It is heavily hopped with Pacific Northwest varieties, specifically Citra and Simcoe, but applied with a "West Coast" sensibility (focusing on late-boil and dry-hop additions). The water profile is adjusted to be "crisp" and mineral-forward, enhancing the dry, snappy finish.