Brewdog Chili Hammer

Name: Brewdog Chili Hammer
Brand: Beer
SKU: 58343d1c1603da372456c0e8
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.59 (5084 reviews)

Spice, Herb o Vegetable Beer 7.2 º 250 IBU

BrewDog

Brewdog Chili Hammer transforms the aggressive profile of the classic American IPA base into a fiery, tropical experience. The sensory journey begins with a heavy-hitting character driven by American hops, delivering sharp bursts of grapefruit and succulent mango. Beneath this citrus-forward intensity lies a subtle, earthy vegetal note from the chili infusion. As the initial hop bitterness takes hold, a smooth but persistent chili warmth emerges, coating the palate without overwhelming the clean malt backbone. This Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer balances the "hot-tempered" capsicum kick with a resinous finish, creating a complex, super-charged hybrid that demands attention.

Appearance. Deep gold to pale amber (8–12 SRM). Persistent, off-white head with excellent lacing. Generally clear, though a light haze may be present from the chili addition or heavy dry-hopping.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent grapefruit, resinous pine, and tropical mango. A secondary, distinctively spicy and slightly vegetal chili aroma is present but well-integrated. Low, clean malt sweetness provides a neutral base for the American hops. Fermentation esters are low, dominated by hop-derived fruitiness.

Taste. Immediate impact of pithy grapefruit and mango hop flavors, followed by a robust, lingering hop bitterness. The chili flavor is noticeable, providing an earthy depth before transitioning into a smooth, building heat. Malt is supportive and crackery, allowing the spicy and bitter elements to dominate. The finish is dry and decidedly bitter with a lingering tingle of capsaicin.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a moderate to high carbonation level. A notable warmth is present, derived both from the 7.2% alcohol and the physical heat of the chilies. Smooth texture with no significant astringency, despite the high hop and spice load.

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