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Guava Stomper

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Bright guava flavor and light tropical fruit notes on a light-bodied, juicy IPA with a touch of sweetness. At 5.0% and 20 IBU, Ska's Guava Stomper is lighter than the rest of the brewery's IPA line, which runs from 6.0% to 9.0%, and the brewery lists it as a Juicy IPA. It shares its 20 IBU with True Blonde and Raspberry Blonde Ale.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicaljuicyfruity
tropical
juicy
fruity
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
Tropical guava dominates the nose, supported by light citrus and stone fruit notes that suggest ripe mango or peach.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Guava Stomper

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality. The head is white and fine-textured, settling to a thin collar with modest lacing along the glass. Carbonation is visible and lively, contributing to the beer's refreshing visual character.

pale goldenclearfine white headbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

Tropical guava dominates the nose, supported by light citrus and stone fruit notes that suggest ripe mango or peach. The hop profile is understated and fresh rather than assertive, with a clean, fruity character that avoids any harsh or resinous edges. Subtle sweetness sits beneath, with no prominent malt or yeast character.

guava-forwardtropical stone fruitfresh citruslightly fruited

◐ Taste

Bright guava and tropical fruit flavors lead the palate, carried on a light, juicy body that feels refreshing rather than filling. Bitterness is restrained at 20 IBU, present enough to frame the fruit but never aggressive or drying. A touch of residual sweetness balances the modest hop bite, creating a smooth, easy-drinking profile.

juicy, fruitedlight-bodiedsoft bitternessbalanced sweetness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with lingering tropical and citrus notes fading gradually. No harsh edges or lingering astringency; the aftertaste remains refreshing and inviting.

clean drytropical fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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 Fruited IPA

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What is a Fruited 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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