Introducing Rocky Ridge x Hawkers' Hi Note, a West Coast IPA that radiates good vibes, sunny sips, and tropical optimism. This vibrant collab celebrates the best of both breweries, delivering a crisp, punchy, and refreshingly uplifting experience. With its burnished gold hue, soft hop haze, and zesty lime threading through every sip, Hi Note is designed to lift your spirits and keep the energy high.

Key Information and Highlights:

• Brewery: Rocky Ridge x Hawkers
• Style: West Coast IPA
• ABV: 6%
• Size: 500ml Can
• Hops: Motueka, Idaho 7 Dynaboost, Idaho 7 Cryo, Citra
• Malts: RR Sustainable Base Pilsner Malt, Amber Malt, Chit Malt, Roasted Barley
• Adjuncts: Skyfarm Lime Abstrax
• Allergens: Contains gluten, Clarex added for gluten reduction
• Fun Fact: Hawkers has installed Melbourne’s largest solar array, reducing waste and electricity use

Brewer’s Notes:
“Hi Note is about good energy, sunny sips, and finishing the year on a high note. This West Coast IPA is crisp, punchy, and packed with tropical and citrus goodness. Bright burnished gold in the glass, it greets you with candied lime, juicy tropical fruit, and a citrus-forward hop bouquet. The palate opens with a touch of malt sweetness, then a burst of tropical and citrus notes, with lime weaving through like a zesty ribbon of sunshine. Medium bitterness and a clean finish make it irresistibly quaffable and uplifting.”

Flavour Profile:

• Appearance: Burnished gold with a slight hop haze and a white, fluffy head.
• Aroma: Candied lime, tropical fruit, and citrus dominate, creating an inviting, fresh hop bouquet.
• Taste: Starts with a subtle malt sweetness, then quickly unfolds into a mid-palate explosion of tropical and citrus flavours. Lime adds a zesty, zippy element throughout, balanced by a medium bitterness that keeps everything refreshing. The crisp, clean finish leaves you energized and ready for the next sip.

Food Pairings:

Enjoy Hi Note with:

• Grilled seafood or light salads: Complements the citrus and tropical fruit notes.
• Spicy Asian dishes or tacos: Balances heat with its bright, crisp profile.
• Fresh cheeses or charcuterie: Enhances the lively, uplifting character of the brew.

Conclusion:

Rocky Ridge x Hawkers' Hi Note is a celebration of sunshine, good vibes, and tropical optimism. Its bright, citrus-forward profile paired with a crisp West Coast finish makes it perfect for uplifting moments and lively gatherings. Whether closing out the year or just chasing good energy, Hi Note delivers a refreshing, punchy, and positively uplifting experience—one sip at a time.