Orange Dreamin' Cream Ale

Bright citrus, smooth vanilla, and pure summer nostalgia.

Sip a pint of summer! This nostalgic spin on classic cream ale blends lawnmower beer drinkability with orange, vanilla and creamy lactose for a drink so refreshing you'll wish it was the middle of July. Enjoy by the pool, mowing the lawn, or any time you need a reminder of what summer is all about.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Fresh orange zest layered over soft vanilla and light malt sweetness.
• Appearance: Pale gold with bright clarity and a creamy white head.
• Flavor: Smooth pilsner malt character with sweet orange, subtle citrus bitterness, and a rounded vanilla finish.
• Mouthfeel: Medium light body with a creamy texture from lactose and a crisp, refreshing finish.

Brewing Notes

• Style: Fruit and Spice Cream Ale
• Fermentation Range: 64 to 74°F
• OG: 1.056
• IBU: 25
• ABV: 5.0%

Looking for the extract version? Check out the Orange Dreamin' Cream Ale Extract Kit.

Orange Dreamin' Cream Ale Style Background

Cream ale is known for its clean fermentation profile, light body, and easy drinkability. This version builds on that classic foundation by layering sweet orange peel and smooth vanilla over a crisp malt base of pilsner and maize.

Lactose adds a subtle creamy sweetness that enhances the citrus character without overwhelming the beer. The result is a refreshing summer ale that delivers nostalgic orange and vanilla flavor while remaining balanced and highly drinkable.

Style Guidelines

• SRM: 3 to 6
• IBU: 15 to 25
• OG: 1.042 to 1.055
• ABV: 4.2 to 5.6%

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