In a blind tasting by BJCP trained experts, this beer rated

96

Cigar City Brewing Space Pope IPA

Aroma: “Orange and tropical—almost Orange Julius. Pineapple, a touch of passion fruit or guava. A bit of herbal and dank in the background. Slight pine. Simple malt sweetness.”

Flavor: “Well balanced with a lightly toasted malt bill supporting citrus and tropical fruit and a touch of light stone fruit. Finishes a bit sweet, but the medium-high lingering bitterness helps to cut through the sweetness. Moderate alcohol warmth.”

Overall: “Very orange with some supporting tropical fruit, grassy, and dank. The hops bitterness is subdued; some might want more, but overall, a good balance to me. A big juicy tropical IPA. Yum!”

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