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Home Run!

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Home Run! is the return of The Cream Ale, which Anspach & Hobday first brewed in 2014 as a Sorachi Ace single-hop ale and lager hybrid and retired in 2020 because the hop varied and the old naming scheme was rigid. Back in 2026 under a new name and a label inspired by the original illustrations, it shows lemon and lime leaf, lychee, dill and a touch of corn, then more lemon, lychee and blueberry on the palate, low bitterness and a clean finish.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycleanberry
citrusy
clean
berry
herbal
tropical
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with bright citrus notes of lemon and lime leaf, supported by an unusual herbaceous dill character and hints of lychee.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Home Run!

◎ Appearance

Home Run! presents a pale golden hue with a light, delicate body. The beer displays good clarity with a fine, persistent white head that clings evenly to the glass walls. Carbonation is gentle but present, supporting a soft, creamy mouthfeel characteristic of the style.

pale goldenclearfine lacingsoft carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus notes of lemon and lime leaf, supported by an unusual herbaceous dill character and hints of lychee. A subtle corn sweetness emerges beneath, grounded by the soft, grainy backdrop of the Malz base. The Sorachi Ace hop variety dominates the aromatic profile with its signature exotic fruit and herbal complexity.

lemon zestlime leafdilllycheeSorachi Ace

◐ Taste

The palate follows the nose with prominent lemon and lychee notes, joined by subtle blueberry undertones that add depth without heaviness. Bitterness is restrained at 15 IBU, allowing the hop character and delicate sweetness to remain in balance. The finish is clean and crisp, with the corn adjunct providing a smooth, slightly sweet foundation that prevents any harsh edges.

citrus-forwardfruitylow bitternessclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium in length, leaving a lingering impression of lemon zest and a whisper of lychee. No astringency or cloying sweetness intrudes; instead, the aftertaste remains refreshing and dry.

crisp finishdrycitrus aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
76
Appearance
76
Finish
78
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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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Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Cream Ale?

Cream Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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