Smoking Gull
Pale Ale by Half Acre Beer Co, Chicago, IL
- ABV
- 5.2%
- IBU
- n/a
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A pale ale brewed once a year with Citra and Mosaic hops on a soft malt base. Sold in 16oz 4-packs.
Where to get it
Across IL.
- At the taproom
- Cans to go
- Growler fills
- Bars and restaurants
- Bottle shops
Poured at the Balmoral taproom and beer garden, where cans and growlers go home. The site also says some beers are in distribution across Illinois, so check the brewery or a store for what is on the shelf.
Stock changes fast. If this is wrong, say so in the forum and we will fix it.
Aroma
Citrus and tropical fruit.
Appearance
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Taste
Vivid hop flavor on a soft malt base.
Overall
A fan favorite that comes around once a year.
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