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Sticky Treats

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Marshmallow and sticky vanilla shape this rice blonde ale, whose taste the brewers compare to a rice-cereal-and-marshmallow snack. It is brewed with plenty of vanilla, pours straw-colored, and has 5.1% ABV and 20 IBU. A spring seasonal, it runs from March through May, and the brewery's own advice is to crack a can with a friend and treat yourself.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
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
vanillacleanmalty
vanilla
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by sweet vanilla and marshmallow notes, evoking the aroma of a classic rice-cereal-and-marshmallow breakfast treat.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sticky Treats

◎ Appearance

Sticky Treats presents a clear, straw-colored body with bright translucency and modest carbonation. The head forms quickly but settles to a thin, delicate collar with fair lacing retention. The overall presentation is light and inviting, characteristic of a well-crafted rice blonde ale.

straw-coloredclearfine carbonationdelicate head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by sweet vanilla and marshmallow notes, evoking the aroma of a classic rice-cereal-and-marshmallow breakfast treat. Soft grain undertones support the vanilla without asserting themselves, while a subtle clean quality suggests minimal yeast character. The overall bouquet is approachable and dessert-like without cloying intensity.

vanilla-forwardmarshmallow sweetnesssoft grainclean

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malty, with pronounced vanilla and sweetness that recalls the brewery's nostalgic inspiration. Mid-palate maintains this vanilla-sweet profile while a crisp, refreshing quality emerges to balance the adjunct-driven character. Bitterness is restrained at 20 IBU, allowing the vanilla and grain to remain central without harsh edges.

vanilla-dominantsoft maltgentle bitternesssmooth mouthfeel

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, fading cleanly with lingering sweetness and a subtle vanilla note. A gentle crispness clears the palate without drying, leaving an impression of refreshment.

clean fadelightly sweet aftertaste
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
75
Appearance
77
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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