Grapefruit Shandy

SanTan Brewing Company

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Fruit Beer
Seasonal
Arizona
United States

Judges Ratings 95

Aroma: 24 / 24
Flavor: 39 / 40
Appearance: 4 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20

Description

A delicious blend of Arizona grapefruit juice and an American Ale. Perfect any time a crisp, citrusy treat is desired.

Beverage Profile

ABV: 4.70%
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Judges Review

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By Randy Scorby

Judges Ratings 95

Aroma: 24 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 39 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 4 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20

This beer pours a cloudy peach color with a lingering white head, and the drinker is immediately greeted with a prominent, fresh, grapefruit juice aroma with a background hint of rind. Following that citrus explosion is enough bready malt to remind you that this is indeed still a beer. The flavor follows suit with a balanced bready malt aroma and a blast of fresh grapefruit. There is a pleasant residual sweetness that appropriately dries out in the finish with the help of a smooth, tart acidity from the fruit. Even if you are not a fan of fruit beer styles, don’t pass this one up on a warm spring or summer day as this is a very refreshing beer that is certain to please a wide variety of palates.

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