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Island Cooler

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Fragrant kaffir lime cuts through creamy coconut, while the gose’s bright tartness and a whisper of salt keep everything grounded. Pale two-row, malted white wheat and rice hulls with Chinook hops, 4.2% and 12 IBU. Pitched as a Thai island in a can, this seasonal runs from September 2026 into February 2027.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Mild12 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusysourtart
citrusy
sour
tart
tropical
salty
Aroma
Kaffir lime dominates the nose with its distinctive citrus-herbal character, supported by subtle coconut sweetness that adds a tropical dimension.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Island Cooler

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is brisk and well-integrated, creating a lively effervescence that sustains a delicate lace around the glass as you drink.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Kaffir lime dominates the nose with its distinctive citrus-herbal character, supported by subtle coconut sweetness that adds a tropical dimension. The Chinook hops provide a restrained herbal backdrop without aggressive bitterness, while a gentle salt character emerges on closer inspection.

kaffir limetropical coconutherbal hopssubtle salt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citric acidity and immediate tartness characteristic of the gose style, complemented by creamy coconut notes that coat the mouth pleasantly. A whisper of salt cuts through the sweetness and maintains mineral balance throughout, with crisp white wheat and pale malt providing a clean, delicate foundation that never overwhelms.

citrus-forwardtart and saltycreamy mouthfeelclean grain

◑ Finish

The finish is refreshing and dry, with citrus and salt lingering cleanly on the palate. The overall impression is light, sessionable, and grounded by the gose's characteristic brightness.

dry finishcitrus persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
85
Finish
72
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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