Full Circle x The Oddballs Foundation ~ Hippy Jungle 4.0% Tropical Pale Ale VG
Hippy Jungle is a vibrant Tropical Pale Ale that dances with notes of passionfruit and mango, topped off with a playful hint of sherbet. Crafted with Nectaron, Simcoe, and Cryopop hops, this beer is light and invigorating, perfect for savouring under the sun.
Interesting Fact: Brewed in partnership with The Oddballs Foundation, this beer supports Testicular Cancer Awareness, including a self-check guide on the can. Its charitable cause and refreshing profile make it not only enjoyable but also impactful.
Food Pairing: This tropical ale pairs beautifully with light seafood dishes, like grilled shrimp or a fresh ceviche, where its fruity notes can complement the sweetness of the seafood. It's also great with fruity desserts or a simple garden salad.
360 Degrees ~ Do That Trick 4.2% Hazy Pale Ale VG
Do That Trick is a sessionable Hazy Pale Ale that delivers a blast of Galaxy and Amarillo hop flavours, creating a delightful mix of citrus and tropical notes. The use of wheat, oat malt, and pale malt lends this ale a soft, approachable mouthfeel.
Interesting Fact: The choice of Galaxy and Amarillo hops brings out a vibrant, juicy profile that's perfect for any time enjoyment, aligning with the brewery’s aim to craft beers that are as flavourful as they are drinkable.
Food Pairing: The citrusy and tropical elements make this ale an excellent match for spicy foods, such as Thai curries or spicy chicken tacos, where it can help soothe the palate.
Overtone ~ Catch The Light 3.4% Pale Ale VG
Catch The Light is a low ABV Pale Ale that is light in colour but rich in flavour, featuring a blend of Citra, Sabro, Ekuanot, and Meridian hops. This combination infuses the beer with a burst of citrus zest, tropical fruits, and a subtle hint of coconut, creating a refreshing and nuanced drinking experience.
Interesting Fact: Inspired by a 90s electronic soul song, this beer aims to capture the bright and uplifting spirit of its musical muse, making each sip an ode to rhythm and refreshment.
Food Pairing: Ideal with light pasta dishes, seafood, or creamy cheeses like goat cheese, where its fruitiness can shine without overpowering the flavours of the food.
Unbarred ~ Mango Pale Ale 5.5% Mango Pale Ale VG
Unbarred's Mango Pale Ale celebrates the luscious sweetness of Alphonso mangoes, supported by a hop lineup of Azacca, Mosaic, Galaxy, and Citra. This full-bodied pale ale bursts with tropical stone fruit flavours, offering a silky mouthfeel and a radiant dose of summer sunshine.
Interesting Fact: This ale is part of Unbarred's 10-year celebration, highlighting their expertise in integrating real fruit with complex hop profiles to create deeply flavourful and aromatic beers.
Food Pairing: The rich fruitiness of this ale pairs wonderfully with spicy dishes, like Indian curries or spicy grilled jerk chicken, where its sweetness can balance the heat.
Dark Revolution ~ Free Yourself 4.8% Hazy Pale Ale VG
Dark Revolution's "Free Yourself" is a soft and velvety hazy pale ale, intricately hopped with Idaho 7 and Motueka. The beer layers sticky pine and tropical fruit notes with a zesty lime base, finishing with a complex mojito-like flourish thanks to additional dry hopping with Nelson Sauvin Cryo and a touch of Citra.
Interesting Fact: This hazy pale ale is crafted to be both aromatic and deeply flavourful, using a combination of hops that are known for their vibrant and diverse flavour profiles, creating a beer that’s as complex as it is drinkable.
Food Pairing: This ale pairs perfectly with grilled meats, where the smoky flavours complement the beer's piney and fruity notes. It also goes well with lime-accented Mexican dishes, enhancing the citrusy undertones of both the food and the drink.
New Bristol ~ Mello Yello 5.2% IPA VG
Mello Yello from New Bristol is an IPA bursting with a lush medley of soft zesty orange, pear, and watermelon, achieved through the liberal use of Citra and Mosaic hops. This tropical fruit bomb delivers a soft, pillowy mouthfeel, making it both juicy and refreshingly sunny.
Interesting Fact: This IPA is designed to evoke the bright, effervescent vibes of a sunny day, using hop varieties that are celebrated for their ability to impart vivid, juicy flavours to craft beer.
Food Pairing: Its fruity and zesty profile makes it a great companion to light seafood dishes like grilled salmon or ceviche. For a fun pairing, try it with lemon or lime-flavored desserts to play off the citrus hop notes.
RedWillow ~ Very English IPA 5.3% English IPA VG
RedWillow's Very English IPA is a masterclass in traditional brewing, featuring a robust blend of Chevallier, Maris Otter, and Crystal malts and a generous hopping with Goldings and Target. The result is a deep burnt orange IPA with layers of pithy orange and sweet marmalade, finished with a distinctive English bitterness.
Interesting Fact: This IPA celebrates the rich heritage of English brewing, using malts and hops that are quintessentially English, to create a beer that’s both a tribute and a showcase of local ingredients.
Food Pairing: The robust maltiness and citrus notes make it an excellent match for hearty meat dishes, like roasted pork or beef stew. It also pairs nicely with aged cheddar, pulling out the malt's sweetness against the cheese's sharpness.
Phantom ~ Poolside 5.5% IPA VG
Phantom's Poolside IPA is all about capturing summer in a can. Hopped with Vic Secret, Strata, Idaho 7, and Citra, this beer offers a vibrant tapestry of flavours, including hints of tropical fruits, pine, and bright citrus, making it a refreshing choice for any warm day.
Interesting Fact: The selection of hops used in Poolside IPA not only imparts a wide range of fruity and floral notes but also embodies the laid-back, summery spirit that the brewer aims to evoke with each sip.
Food Pairing: This IPA is perfect with spicy street food or barbecue, where its brightness and crispness can cut through the richness and spice. It's also delightful with fruity desserts, enhancing the tropical and citrus hop flavours.