Squared Thc Orange Pop

Orange Pop from SQUARED, brewed in California, is a THC-infused beer built around orange and a light herbal edge, with a listed ABV of 5.0 and an IBU of just 15. That bitterness figure is the key to its character. At 15 IBU there is very little hop bite, so the orange and herbal notes carry the flavor instead of the malt-and-hops balance of a typical pale ale or lager. Expect a bright, citrus-forward profile closer to an orange soda or a fruit-leaning wheat beer than to a bitter IPA, with the herbal notes in the background rather than on top. Because the bitterness is so low, this style is best served properly cold, around 38 to 42°F, where the citrus stays crisp and the finish stays clean. As it warms, expect orange beers like this to turn sweeter and rounder, which can flatten the herbal contrast. A tall pilsner glass or a standard pint glass works well, since both keep the aroma open and let you see the color. A tulip or stemmed wheat-beer glass is also a good choice if you want to concentrate the citrus on the nose. For food, the orange character suits dishes with chili, salt, or char. Fish or carnitas tacos with lime, grilled chicken with a citrus marinade, Thai-style salads, spicy noodles, and salty snacks like chips with salsa all give the beer something to contrast with. Soft, mild cheeses and fresh fruit plates also fit, since the beer is unlikely to overpower them. Check the can or packaging for the THC content per serving and drink according to that label. It is worth going slowly with an infused beer, since the effects of THC are not the same as those of alcohol.