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Slamoo Slammer

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Slamoo Slammer is a single-hop New England IPA at 6% ABV built entirely on New Zealand Riwaka, added through the boil, whirlpool, fermentation and several dry hops. A soft base of Pilsner malt, wheat malt and rolled oats gives it a thick golden haze under a fluffy white head. Passionfruit, bright citrus and a distinct diesel-like note lead the aroma. The palate is full of juicy tropical fruit, zesty citrus and dank, resinous hop character, balanced by enough bitterness to keep it in check.

ABV
6.0%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
tropicalcitrusyjuicy
tropical
citrusy
juicy
resinous
fruity
hoppy
Aroma
Riwaka hop material dominates with a bold passionfruit and bright citrus character that jumps from the glass immediately.
also:dank
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Slamoo Slammer

◎ Appearance

A golden haze dominates the glass, suspended by a soft malt and oat foundation that scatters light throughout. The fluffy white head rises generously and clings to the rim with fine Schaumhaftung, slowly receding into a modest collar. The body registers as full and creamy despite the high hop load, with active carbonation visible in a steady stream of fine bubbles.

golden hazefluffy white headcreamy bodyactive carbonation

◌ Aroma

Riwaka hop material dominates with a bold passionfruit and bright citrus character that jumps from the glass immediately. Underneath sits a distinct diesel-like note—resinous and earthy—that adds complexity and prevents the aroma from becoming one-dimensional. A soft malt backbone from Pilsner and wheat reads as gentle sweetness, allowing the hop expression to remain the focal point.

passionfruitbright citrusdiesel-like resinsoft malt sweetness

◐ Taste

The entry is juicy and tropical, with stone fruit and citrus pith notes filling the mid-palate and creating a full, voluptuous mouthfeel. Dank, resinous hop character builds steadily, delivering resinous bitterness that sits at around 50–60 IBU despite the lack of a declared number. The finish carries both brightness and grip, with enough bitterness to balance the fruit and cream without becoming harsh or astringent.

juicy tropical fruitdank resinzesty citrus bitecreamy balance

◑ Finish

The bitterness persists into the aftertaste with a dry, resinous character that clings gently to the palate. A lingering citrus and slight diesel note fade slowly, leaving behind a clean, refreshing conclusion.

dry resinous fadelingering citrus
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
76
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 New England IPA

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What is a New England 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 IPA

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