Very dry and assertively bitter.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Mind Haze Galaxy Bender
◎ Appearance
Pale golden hue with a soft, persistent haze throughout the glass. A creamy head forms quickly and settles into a fine ring of lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, giving the beer a visually inviting and approachable character.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bold tropical fruit notes—mango, peach, and plum dominate the first impression. Behind the stone fruits, grapefruit zest and a hint of citrus pith emerge, adding brightness and herbal dimension. The Galaxy, Citra, and Krush hops work in concert here, with no rough or sharp edges; the aromatics feel round and inviting.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with the same tropical and citrus fruit character promised on the nose, landing softly thanks to the silky body from torrified wheat. Mid-palate reveals a measured bitterness (60 IBU) that balances rather than dominates, allowing the hop-derived fruit to remain the focus. The malt backbone is clean and unobtrusive, providing structure without sweetness or grain harshness.
◑ Finish
The finish is smooth and lingering, with the citrus and grapefruit notes gently fading into a dry, clean aftertaste. The 8.5% alcohol adds warmth without heat or burn, leaving the drinker with a sense of refreshment rather than heaviness.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Mind Haze Galaxy Bender
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Mind Haze Galaxy Bender
About New England Double IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a New England Double 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.
Finding a similar New England Double IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, peach, fruity character as Mind Haze Galaxy Bender will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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