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Citra Galaxy if you want a serious, assertive double IPA that demands attention,
Samuel Adams New England Juicy IPA if you want something approachable and fruit-forward without the alcohol burn.
The Galaxy sits noticeably heavier at 8% ABV with those 60 IBUs actually *present* on your palate, while the Samuel Adams plays softer—that lower IBU count means the bitterness backs off so the juice can shine. Pick based on whether you're settling in for a slow sipper or knocking back something session-friendly.
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Citra Galaxy
Citra Galaxy hits like a double IPA should: immediate stone fruit intensity—apricot and peach—followed by a resinous backbone that doesn't quit. There's real weight here, a viscous mouthfeel that makes you aware you're drinking 8%, and the 60 IBUs aren't shy about sticking around into the finish. It's the kind of beer that tastes *grown-up*, like someone at Fidens actually thought through every layer.
Samuel Adams New England Juicy IPA
Samuel Adams nailed the 'juicy' brief without leaning on booze to do it. It's got that characteristic NEIPA haze and delivers orange zest, mandarin juice, and a vague stone fruit note that feel genuine rather than artificial. The lower ABV and restrained bitterness mean this one disappears fast—in the best way—without leaving your palate scorched. It's a beer you can have a conversation over.
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