Half Moon Brewery Blitzen

Name: Half Moon Brewery Blitzen
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6566893887ff1c73fd0963f2
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.5 (152 reviews)

English IPA 4.3 º

Half Moon Brewery

Blitzen is a modern, sessionable take on the English IPA, delivering a vibrant sensory profile that balances tradition with contemporary hopping. The beer presents a welcoming interplay of spicy-peppery and bright citrus notes, which are enhanced by an inviting layer of tropical fruit flavors. A foundational malt backbone of bready and biscuity character provides a smooth platform for the assertive hop bitterness to shine. Despite its lower alcohol presence, this ale maintains a dry and crisp finish, ensuring the complex hop character lingers pleasantly on the palate without any harshness, perfectly capturing the spirit of a refreshed British classic.

Appearance. Pours a deep golden to pale amber color (approx. 8–10 SRM) with brilliant clarity. It is topped by a moderate-sized, persistent off-white head that leaves consistent lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate to moderately-high hop intensity featuring a blend of spicy, peppery, and citrus-orange notes alongside distinct tropical fruit esters. The malt character is medium-low, offering bready and biscuity aromas, with a clean fermentation profile and low yeast-derived fruitiness.

Taste. Initial impression is hop-forward with assertive bitterness. Flavors of citrus zest, black pepper, and tropical melon are prominent, supported by medium-low malt notes of bread and toasted biscuit. The balance is firmly toward the hops, though the malt is noticeable. It features a medium-dry to dry finish with a lingering but smooth hop bitterness in the aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, clean texture. Carbonation is medium-high, which enhances the dry sensation and crispness of the finish. There is no perceived alcohol warmth or astringency.

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