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Howzit Punch

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🌍 United States · Fruited Sour Ale · One of 3 Fruited Sour Ales in hopIQ

Howzit Punch from Alvarado Street Brewery in Salinas, California pours a hazy golden-amber hue with a whisper of white foam. This Gold Medal-winning 2026 World Beer Cup fruited kettle sour opens with an inviting tropical bouquet of sun-ripened passionfruit, zesty orange, and lush guava — transporting the senses straight to a Pacific shoreline. On the palate, the bright, clean acidity of the kettle souring process keeps everything lively and refreshing, while the fruit character remains generous and genuine rather than artificial. The mouthfeel is light and smooth, making each sip effortlessly drinkable. The finish is crisp and tartly satisfying, with lingering tropical sweetness that rounds out this vibrant, California-crafted crowd-pleaser beautifully.

ABV
5.5%
IBU
10
SRM
golden8

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags

tropical
100%
citrusy
100%
clean
60%
fruity
60%
crisp
60%
refreshing
60%
light
60%
smooth
60%
orange
60%
sour
60%
sweet
30%
tart
30%

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About Fruited Sour Ale

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What is a Fruited Sour Ale?

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Howzit Punch

Serve at 6–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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