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Forever Summer POG

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A tart sour ale made with locally sourced lilikoi, mandarin orange and guava, so the flavor lands squarely on POG, with hits of lime and lemon from the yeast. The beer was originally brewed spontaneously, and the same yeast is still in use. The brewery suggests a li hing mui rim for the childhood flavors of Hawaii in a glass.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Mild2 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
sourtartcitrusy
sour
tart
citrusy
fruity
tropical
orange
Aroma
Tropical stone fruits dominate immediately—lilikoi and guava present as bright, juicy aromatics alongside a warm mandarin orange note.
also:yeasty
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Forever Summer POG

◎ Appearance

A pale, luminous golden hue with exceptional clarity and a delicate white head that settles to a thin lace. The beer displays bright, active carbonation that catches light as fine bubbles rise steadily through the glass. The lacing clings gently to the sides, reflecting the beer's restrained structure.

pale goldcrystal clearfine carbonationdelicate head

◌ Aroma

Tropical stone fruits dominate immediately—lilikoi and guava present as bright, juicy aromatics alongside a warm mandarin orange note. A subtle lime and lemon zest from the yeast cuts through the fruit, accompanied by a gentle fermentation character that adds complexity without harshness. The overall impression is vivid and inviting, with fruit-forward clarity.

lilikoi, guavamandarin citruslime zestfermentation brightness

◐ Taste

The palate opens with immediate tartness—tart and sour notes form the foundation, built from the interplay of yeast-derived citric acid and the natural acidity of the fruit adjuncts. Mid-palate shows pronounced tropical fruit character: guava and lilikoi flesh deliver pulpy sweetness that balances the acidity, while lemon and lime notes add definition and drive. The finish turns crisp and dry, with minimal residual sweetness and virtually no bitterness to soften the bright acid line.

tart, sour-forwardtropical fruit fleshcitrus bitebone-dry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is short and clean, lingering primarily as a dry, zesty citrus note that fades within seconds. A refreshing, mouth-cleansing quality persists, inviting immediate return to the glass.

short, crispdry citrus fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
79
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°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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