Atletica sits at the amber, malt-forward end of Athletic's lager offerings. The Vienna and Munich malt blend gives it a distinctive copper colour and a slightly toasty, bready character that sets it apart from the paler options in the range. Hersbrucker hops, a classic German variety, bring a delicate floral-spicy note that stops the malt from becoming heavy. Clear copper-amber in the glass with a light off-white head. The aroma carries lightly toasted bread, a hint of caramel, and a quiet floral-spice from the hops. On the palate the malt does most of the talking: bread crust and caramel lead, with a gentle, clean bitterness arriving to keep each sip moving. The finish is clean and dry, lighter than the colour suggests. Vegan. A natural companion for tacos, grilled meats, or Latin American food generally, though versatile enough for most casual situations.