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Eclipsosaurus

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Pineapple, creamsicle and orange lead this hazy IPA, with fresh citrus and melon swirling around them, thanks to Australian-grown Eclipse hops. Centennial, Bru-1 and Simcoe Cryo join alpha CO2 extract over 2-row, white wheat and acidulated malt. Eclipsosaurus is a winged deity of the southern hemisphere's deserts in Ninkasi's comic universe.

ABV
7.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusyfruityhoppy
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
orange
tropical
juicy
Aroma
The nose opens with bright pineapple and creamsicle notes, immediately followed by clean orange citrus and melon impressions.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Eclipsosaurus

◎ Appearance

Eclipsosaurus presents a hazy, pale golden body with a fine white head that settles into a thin collar with moderate lacing. The cloudiness from the wheat and yeast suspension gives the beer a soft, approachable visual character typical of the hazy IPA style. Carbonation appears gentle and integrated, contributing to an overall creamy presentation.

pale goldencloudy from yeastfine white headmoderate lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright pineapple and creamsicle notes, immediately followed by clean orange citrus and melon impressions. Australian Eclipse hops deliver a forward fruity character without harsh resinousness, while supporting notes of white wheat add a soft, bready undertone. The aroma remains crisp and inviting, balancing hop-driven fruit with subtle malt sweetness.

pineapplecreamsicleorange citrusmelonfruity hop profile

◐ Taste

Entry is juicy and full-bodied for the alcohol level, with tropical fruit flavors—pineapple, orange, and stone fruit—developing across the palate. The mouthfeel is creamy and smooth, courtesy of the wheat base and restrained bittering approach. Bitterness sits at a moderate 50 IBU, providing structure without dominating; the finish leans toward citrus and melon rather than resinous dry characteristics.

juicy tropical fruitcreamy mouthfeelbalanced bitternessbright citrus finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering orange and melon notes that fade smoothly rather than sharply. No harsh bitterness or astringency intrudes; instead, a mild fruity sweetness and a gentle hop impression persist for several seconds.

refreshingcitrus persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
74
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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About Hazy IPA

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What is a Hazy 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.

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