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Rings Around the Moon

Dancing Man Brewery
United Kingdom·Pale Ale
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Rings Around the Moon is a 4.8 % pale ale that Dancing Man Brewery added to its range in 2025, billing it with a wink as a 'Luna' pale ale that is not suitable for werewolves. Its character is citrus-led. It is brewed in the Wool House on Town Quay and is on draught there; as with every beer from the house it is unfined and so carries a natural haze.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
citrusycleanhoppy
citrusy
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit pith—driven by noble hop character.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Rings Around the Moon

◎ Appearance

A bright golden ale with a natural haze characteristic of unfined brewing. The suspended yeast and proteins lend a soft, cloudy appearance without obscuring the underlying pale amber tone. Head retention is moderate, with delicate lacing that dissipates gradually.

golden, naturally hazymoderate headsoft carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit pith—driven by noble hop character. Subtle Malz undertones provide a light, biscuity foundation that does not overwhelm. A whisper of stone fruit and white pepper rounds out the aromatic profile.

citrus-forwardnoble hop spiceclean yeast character

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with citrus flavors mirroring the aroma—predominantly lemon and grapefruit with a slight pithy edge. The mid-palate remains light and well-balanced, with gentle Malz sweetness that supports rather than dominates. Bitterness emerges gradually, finishing at a restrained 35 IBU that lingers without harshness.

citrus bitebalanced sweetnessgentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with citrus notes persisting into the aftertaste. A pleasant mineral quality and slight white pepper spice provide subtle complexity without extended lingering.

dry finishcitrus persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
77
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

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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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