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Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander

Trillium Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · Double IPA · One of 128 Double IPAs in hopIQ

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
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Assertively bitter and dry.

The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Double IPA.
Hop character
tropical
juicy
citrusy
hoppy
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
Distinctive notes
hazy
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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
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander

About Double IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Double IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, fruity, full-bodied character as Galaxy Dry Hopped True New Englander will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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