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Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale

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Tropical fruits, mango, pineapple and light citrus in the aroma; pineapple, mango and passionfruit in the flavor, lightly sweet and tart with light bitterness, in a light to medium body. A Grateful Dead collaboration brewed with Kernza grain from The Land Institute, granola, and El Dorado and Azacca hops. 5.3 % ABV.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 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
tropicalfruityjuicy
tropical
fruity
juicy
hoppy
tart
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit character—ripe mango and pineapple dominate, accompanied by light citrus notes that add complexity.
also:clean
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. A white head forms readily and maintains fine Schaumkleiden around the glass. Carbonation is brisk and visible, contributing to an inviting, lively presentation.

pale goldenclearfine head retentionwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit character—ripe mango and pineapple dominate, accompanied by light citrus notes that add complexity. Azacca and El Dorado hops contribute bright, fruity esters with subtle herbal undertones. The overall impression is refreshing and aromatic without being aggressive.

mango, pineappletropical fruitsbright citrusfruity Edelhopfen

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and juicy, with pronounced tropical fruit flavors—pineapple and passionfruit lead the palate. A light, natural sweetness balances gentle tartness and clean hop bitterness in the mid-palate. The Kernza grain and granola adjuncts contribute subtle depth and grain character without overwhelming the fruit-forward profile.

juicy, tropicalpassionfruit, tartlight sweetnessrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, fading gracefully with lingering tropical notes and a whisper of citrus bite. No harsh tannins or oxidation—just a refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip.

clean, drytropical faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
73
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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