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Modeled after Cologne-style ales, this blonde ale is lightly hopped with citrusy, floral noble hops and finished with a touch of Himalayan sea salt and lime. Citrus, florals, lime and a hint of salt come together in a light 4.8%. Made for sun, sand and speed, brewed year-round in cans and on draft, a smooth-sailing blonde ale.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter22 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfloralnoble hop
citrusy
floral
noble hop
salty
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by noble hop character—gentle floral notes interweave with crisp citrus zest, particularly lime and subtle orange.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Speedboat

◎ Appearance

Speedboat presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a white, fine-grained head that settles into a light lacing. The carbonation is brisk and persistent, evident in steady streams of small bubbles that maintain visual liveliness throughout the glass.

pale goldclearfine white headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by noble hop character—gentle floral notes interweave with crisp citrus zest, particularly lime and subtle orange. A whisper of Himalayan salt adds an intriguing mineral edge, while the malt foundation remains delicate and understated, allowing the hops and adjuncts to lead.

noble hopscitrus zestfloralmineral salt

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and light, with immediate citrus and lime notes supported by a soft, pale malt sweetness. The mid-palate remains crisp and refreshing, with the salt and lime combination creating a distinctive, gently saline character that prevents cloying. Bitterness is restrained and balanced—modest noble hop bitterness (22 IBU) provides structure without dominating.

citruslimesoft maltbalanced bitternesssaline edge

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with lingering citrus and a subtle salt minerality that fades gracefully. Aftertaste remains refreshing and crisp, leaving no heaviness or residual sweetness.

drycitrus fadeclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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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