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Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander

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Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander arrives hazy deep golden yellow, announcing itself through intense piña colada aromas that frame the whole drinking experience. The nose moves quickly into ripe pineapple and passion fruit juice, undercut by pungent citrus notes and a characteristic coconut thread running through. On the palate, full-bodied and plush mouthfeel makes room for that incredibly juicy spirit—the beer drinks less like a Double IPA's typical assertiveness and more like a tropical juice fermented to 8.1 percent alcohol. The finish stays wet and generous, asking for another sip rather than a rest between them.

ABV
8.1%
Bitterness
Very bitter
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
tropicalfruityjuicy
tropical
fruity
juicy
citrusy
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with striking piña colada intensity—coconut and ripe tropical fruit dominate the first impression.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander

◎ Appearance

Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander presents a hazy deep golden yellow, turbid from suspended yeast and hop matter characteristic of the New England style. The body holds moderate carbonation with a soft, pillowy head that disperses gradually. Lacing clings gently to the glass, marking each sip with delicate foam residue.

deep goldenhazysoft headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with striking piña colada intensity—coconut and ripe tropical fruit dominate the first impression. Beneath this broad tropical foundation sit bright pineapple and passion fruit juice notes, complemented by pungent citrus undertones that ground the aromatic profile. A characteristic coconut thread weaves throughout, creating a harmonious bridge between stone fruit sweetness and subtle hop resin.

piña coladatropical fruitpineapplecoconutcitrus

◐ Taste

Full-bodied and plush on entry, the palate delivers an incredibly juicy character that drinks more like fermented tropical juice than a traditional Double IPA's typical assertiveness. Galaxy hops contribute a soft, fruity bitterness that integrates seamlessly with the malt backbone rather than dominating it. Mid-palate remains wet and generous, sustaining tropical fruit flavours without harsh tannins or sharp edges.

juicyfull-bodiedtropical sweetnesssoft bitternesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish extends wet and inviting, leaving a sustained tropical fruit impression without astringency. The lingering sweetness and gentle bitterness create an easy drinking rhythm that compels another sip.

wet finishtropical aftertasteapproachable
86
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
87
Appearance
82
Finish
83
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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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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