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Rhubarbra Streisand

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Rhubarbra Streisand is Brew York's rhubarb and custard pale ale at 5.5%, brewed since 2018 and for years part of the core range; today it returns as a dated release. The fruit itself, oats and lactose go into the brew. The brewery describes a refreshing pale ale in which a sharp rhubarb tang is softened by creamy custard sweetness, ending balanced and gently fruity. Tasters note a golden, slightly hazy pour, vanilla and a soft, juicy body with some hop bitterness in the finish.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
vanillajuicyfruity
vanilla
juicy
fruity
tart
hoppy
Aroma
The nose leads with creamy vanilla notes, backed by the tart, slightly sharp character of rhubarb.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Rhubarbra Streisand

◎ Appearance

A golden, slightly hazy pour with good clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The haziness derives from suspended yeast and oats, lending a soft, inviting visual character. Carbonation is visible and lively, with delicate lacing that clings gently to the glass.

golden, slightly hazyfine white headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with creamy vanilla notes, backed by the tart, slightly sharp character of rhubarb. Soft fruity esters and a light grainy Malz foundation support the adjunct profile. The overall impression is refreshing and approachable, with neither hop nor fruit dominating.

creamy vanillarhubarb tartnesssoft fruity esters

◐ Taste

The palate opens juicy and smooth, with custard sweetness and vanilla wrapping around the tart rhubarb tang. Mid-palate maintains a creamy body from lactose and oats, while gentle hop bitterness builds steadily toward the back. The balance tilts slightly toward the fruit and cream, with enough bitterness to prevent cloying.

creamy custardrhubarb tartnessjuicy bodygentle hop bitterness

◑ Finish

A balanced, gently fruity conclusion with lingering vanilla sweetness and a mild hoppy dryness. The aftertaste is clean and moderately short, leaving a soft rhubarb note in the background.

balanced finishsoft rhubarb aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
75
Serve at 7–10°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

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

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

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