Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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What is a Double 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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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Sun King Galaxy High DIPA
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Sun King Galaxy High DIPA
◎ Appearance
Bright golden yellow with excellent clarity and a fine white head that dissipates to a thin lacing. Lively carbonation creates visible effervescence throughout the glass. The pale hue is characteristic of a well-crafted DIPA built around a single noble hop variety.
◌ Aroma
Vibrant tropical fruit aromatics dominate the nose, with prominent Galaxy hop character expressing passionfruit and stone fruit notes. Secondary citrus and subtle pine undertones complement the fruit-forward profile without any harsh resinous edge. Clean malt backbone allows the hop character to shine without competing notes.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with bold citrus and tropical fruit from Galaxy hops, transitioning to a resinous mid-palate with grapefruit and peach notes. Moderate bitterness (75 IBU) is well-integrated and balanced against the full body, never becoming harsh or astringent. Clean finish suggests excellent brewing technique for a beer of this strength.
◑ Finish
Clean and crisp finish with lingering hop bitterness and subtle pine character that doesn't overstay its welcome. The 8.8% ABV remains imperceptible, making this deceptively drinkable for a DIPA.
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