Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions
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What is a Pale Ale?
India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Beavertown Gamma Ray APA
Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Beavertown Gamma Ray APA
◎ Appearance
Gamma Ray presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a vibrant, luminous quality. A dense white head forms with good retention, supported by lively carbonation that creates a visually appealing cascade.
◌ Aroma
The nose is immediately dominated by assertive American hop character, showcasing bold citrus and tropical fruit notes with prominent grapefruit and pine aromatics. A subtle resinous quality underlies the fragrant hops, while clean malt notes provide a gentle, supportive backdrop without overshadowing the hop-forward profile.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with crisp citrus and tropical fruit flavors that build into a firm, well-balanced bitterness at the mid-palate. The malt backbone provides just enough sweetness to anchor the aggressive hop character, creating a sophisticated equilibrium between boldness and drinkability throughout.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and remarkably clean, with lingering hop bitterness and resinous notes that fade gradually. This crisp, refreshing conclusion demonstrates excellent sessionability despite the beer's bold flavor intensity.
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