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Background
South Horizon Pacifica Common is a 5.5% California Common, from South Horizon Brewing, based in Kochi, Shikoku. Part of their canned and draught lineup, it took bronze at the World Beer Cup 2024. South Horizon Brewing used yeast from Anchor Steam with Pacifica hops from New Zealand. Moreover, Nelson Sauvin hops are present too. Finally, this beer also contains white koji, a usual adjunct used by South Horizon Brewing.
At A Glance
- ABV : 5.5%
- Style : California Common
- Hops : Nelson Sauvin and Pacifica
- Adjuncts : White koji
- IBU : 35
Sale Information
- Availability : Regular
- On Sale : From March 2024
- Size : 350 ml
South Horizon Pacifica Common : Appearance, Aroma, and Taste
The beer poured out a light amber, orange colour with a plump, frothy head on top. That head didn’t last long with the bubbles popping quickly. There were a few streaks down the side of the glass during drinking though they didn’t last long either.
It had a strong floral aroma with a medium amount of nuttiness present. The malts brought some sweetness too, with a clear biscuity aroma. As the beer warmed up, an orange marmelade aroma began to develop alongside some light citrus notes.
The body began with a low to medium level of bitterness that lingered during drinking. As in the aroma, the initial taste was of the malts. Roasted biscuit notes remained throughout, with a smidgen of marmalade quality to the beer. It tasted a little jammy, in a good way, and was smooth too. Finally, the orange flavour stuck into the aftertaste, with a slight stickiness to the body.
The Bottom Line
I can see why this beer won awards. It’s really good and shows off Pacifica hops nicely.
Where to Buy
It can be bought online at the following places:
