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Star Striker

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Tropical fruit, citrus zest and bright, punchy aromatics come from an interstellar line-up of New Zealand hops. Space Camper traded her starship for cleats here, teaming up with the Kansas City Sports Commission & Foundation for the 2026 World Cup. Boulevard bills it as an Out of this World IPA from the Space Camper IPA Saga. 5.2% ABV and 28 IBU.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter28 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
tropicalcitrusyfruity
tropical
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by vibrant tropical fruit and citrus zest from the New Zealand Edelhopfen, with pronounced pineapple, passionfruit, and grapefruit notes that leap from the glass.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Star Striker

◎ Appearance

Star Striker presents a bright golden-amber hue typical of the IPA style, with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. The carbonation is crisp and visible, lending the beer a lively, inviting appearance that promises the bright aromatics to follow.

golden-amberclear, brightpersistent white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant tropical fruit and citrus zest from the New Zealand Edelhopfen, with pronounced pineapple, passionfruit, and grapefruit notes that leap from the glass. A light, clean malt backbone supports the hop profile without any oxidative or yeasty notes, allowing the aromatic hops to take center stage.

tropical fruitcitrus zestpineapple, passionfruitclean, bright

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a crisp, clean entry that emphasizes citrus and tropical stone fruit, with a light, lean malt sweetness that provides just enough body to balance the hop character. The mid-palate maintains brightness and fruity definition, while moderate bitterness (28 IBU) arrives gradually, creating a dry, refreshing finish without harshness or astringency.

citrus-forwardtropical fruitcrisp, lean bodymoderate bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, drying quickly with lingering citrus and hop notes that fade cleanly without sticky residue or harsh aftertaste. The beer's low ABV ensures a refreshing, sessionable conclusion.

dry, clean finishcitrus fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
74
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

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