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Smashed Pumpkin

Shipyard Brewing Company
United States·Pumpkin Ale·Rank 32 of 50 · The Best American Dark Beers
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Pumpkinhead's big brother: a big-bodied ale at 9.0% ABV with a pleasing aroma of pumpkin and nutmeg. Pale ale, wheat and light Munich malts meet the natural tannin of the fruit and the delicate spiciness of Saphir and Hallertau hops, which balance the sweetness of the fruit. 26 IBU. Best enjoyed at 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

ABV
9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter26 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
nuttyspicymalty
nutty
spicy
malty
fruity
wheat
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent pumpkin flesh and warm nutmeg spice, inviting and balanced.
also:roasted
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Smashed Pumpkin

◎ Appearance

Smashed Pumpkin presents a deep amber to copper hue, characteristic of its 20 SRM profile. The beer displays good clarity with a dense, off-white head that settles into persistent lacing around the glass. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a stable collar of foam.

deep amberclearpersistent head lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent pumpkin flesh and warm nutmeg spice, inviting and balanced. Subtle notes of pale ale malt and wheat grain provide a soft foundation, while Saphir and Hallertau hops contribute delicate herbal and floral undertones without dominating. The alcohol at 9% ABV sits gently in the background, warming rather than assertive.

pumpkin, nutmegherbal hop characterwheat malt backbone

◐ Taste

Entry is full-bodied and smooth, with natural pumpkin sweetness meeting earthy, nutty grain flavors. The mid-palate balances fruit-derived tannins with a mild spice complexity from both the pumpkin and noble hops, creating pleasant textural depth. Bitterness remains restrained at 26 IBU, allowing the malt and fruit to take center stage without harsh edges.

full-bodied sweetnessnutty grain, spicegentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with warming alcohol providing gentle lift. Residual pumpkin spice and nutty notes linger softly on the palate, inviting another sip.

warming finishlingering spice
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
72
Serve at 10–13°C

Serve at 10–13°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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