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Imperial Grapefruit Cloud Walker

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Ruby red grapefruit leads this riff on Imperial Cloud Walker, which glows pinkish-orange, feels pillowy soft and lands on a pleasant hop flavor. Citra and Mosaic hops sit over Pilsner malt, wheat and flaked oats, at 8.0% ABV and 14 IBU. The brewery sends it out in 16 oz four-packs and on draft from December through March.

ABV
8%
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
citrusyfruityhoppy
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
wheat
orange
Aroma
Fresh grapefruit dominates the nose, backed by bright orange zest and citrus blossoms from the Citra and Mosaic hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Imperial Grapefruit Cloud Walker

◎ Appearance

The beer presents a striking pinkish-orange hue with ruby red undertones, glowing with luminosity in the glass. A pillowy, soft head forms quickly and clings to the glass with gentle persistence. The body carries a slight haze, contributing to its approachable, inviting character.

pinkish-orangeruby red undertonessoft headhazy

◌ Aroma

Fresh grapefruit dominates the nose, backed by bright orange zest and citrus blossoms from the Citra and Mosaic hops. A subtle grain sweetness emerges from the Pilsner malt and wheat, while flaked oats add a delicate cereal softness. The overall impression is clean and refreshing, without aggressive resinous edges.

ruby grapefruitcitrus zestfloral hopsgrain sweetness

◐ Taste

The palate opens with juicy grapefruit and orange character that feels generous and smooth rather than sharp. Mid-palate reveals a creamy texture from the wheat and oats, balancing the moderate hop bitterness at 80 IBU. The finish carries lingering citrus with a gentle, integrated bitterness that frames rather than dominates.

citrus forwardcreamy mouthfeelmoderate bitternessfruit-driven

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately long, with grapefruit and subtle grain notes fading steadily. A soft, pleasant dryness remains without harsh edges.

citrus fadedry finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
79
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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