Looks:
Smell:
Taste:
Overall:
Description:
Abita Grapefruit Harvest is a brilliant golden IPA with a subtle zest of grapefruit flavor and aroma that enhances the strong hop character. This bright, snappy brew is made with real Louisiana Ruby-Red grapefruits, pale, pilsner and caramel malts and cascade hops. (Description provided by company)
Brewer:
Beer Style:
ABV:
6.00% ABV
Availability Frequency:
Limited (brewed once)
Containers Available:
bottle
Locations Where Available:
nationwide
Store/Serve Temperature:
45-54 degrees F
Comments
A flavored beer that is more beer than flavor
Pours a slightly cloudy ruby orange. Some thin lacing and a light bubbly head.
As expected, the nose is strong in various citrus aromas - orange and grapefruit, primarily. Malt aromas aren't really noticeable, but I'm sure they are buried in there somewhere.
Taste is citrus centered, with the sweetness of the grapefruit balancing the moderate hop bitterness. Strong orange citrus flavors toward the finish, with a very dry aftertaste. Caramel and pale malt backbone gives a nice balance to the hops.
A medium body, with moderate carbonation.
If you are a fan of the citrus flavors prevalent in many American IPAs but not the biggest lover of the strong bitterness, this is one to try. The grapefruit flavors are strong and recognizable, but this is still an IPA first, and a fruit-flavored beer (a distant) second.