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Just Say Gay

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An American IPA hopped with Nectaron and Citra, at 4.5%, with citrus and a slight bitterness. The brewery made it as its response to what it calls hateful legislation in states across America, and the proceeds go to programs supporting the LGBTQ+ community through queer-led organizations in Vermont. Released a few times a year, usually in summer.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppyclean
citrusy
hoppy
clean
Aroma
Bright citrus notes dominate the nose—grapefruit, tangerine, and stone fruit from Nectaron and Citra hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Just Say Gay

◎ Appearance

Light golden-amber color with good transparency and bright clarity. A fine, white head forms with solid retention and leaves delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is lively and visible throughout the body.

golden-amberclearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Bright citrus notes dominate the nose—grapefruit, tangerine, and stone fruit from Nectaron and Citra hops. Subtle malt sweetness provides a clean background, with a crisp herbal edge and no yeast-driven esters or phenolics.

citrus-forwardgrapefruit and tangerineherbal hopclean malt backdrop

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and light, leading into a citrus-driven mid-palate where orange zest and nectarine flavors shine. Bitterness is measured and persistent without harshness, balancing the hop character against a dry, clean finish with no lingering sweetness.

citrus pithmoderate bitternessdry palatecrisp and clean

◑ Finish

Finish is short to medium, with a fading bitter note and dry, refreshing aftertaste. No alcohol warmth or residual sweetness remains.

dryrefreshingshort finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
80
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 American IPA

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What is a American 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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