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Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster

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A double Belgian IPA brewed exclusively with Galaxy hops. The nose blends guava and lemon, green and fresh, with subtle Belgian yeast esters. An intense clean bitterness dominates, little malt character competes with it, and a slight fruity yeast sweetness shows in the finish. 10.9% ABV, 88 IBU.

ABV
10.9%
Bitterness
Very bitter88 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycleanhoppy
citrusy
clean
hoppy
fruity
yeasty
tropical
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced tropical fruit—guava and citrus zest dominate the profile, layered with green, fresh herbal notes from Galaxy hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, luminous character. A dense, rocky head forms and holds with strong adhesion to the glass, leaving distinct lacing as you drink. Vigorous carbonation animates the body throughout.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent headbright lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced tropical fruit—guava and citrus zest dominate the profile, layered with green, fresh herbal notes from Galaxy hops. Subtle Belgian yeast esters add a delicate spice and mild fruity undertone, without any heavy phenolic character.

guava, lemongreen, herbaltropical fruitBelgian yeast esters

◐ Taste

A clean, intense bitterness takes command on entry and builds through the mid-palate, driven by Galaxy's hop character. Malt presence is minimal, allowing the citrus and tropical hop notes to remain in focus. A slight fruity sweetness from yeast ester activity emerges in the finish, tempering the assertive bitterness without obscuring it.

intense bitternesscitrus-forwardminimal maltclean, dry

◑ Finish

The finish is long and sustained, with lingering bitterness and a dry, slightly fruity aftertaste. The 10.9% alcohol sits comfortably beneath the surface, providing warmth without alcohol burn.

long finishdry aftertastelingering bitterness
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
86
Appearance
82
Finish
82
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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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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