I've ruined my palate

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mikec

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I've been on a bit of an IPA binge over the past few months, can't seem to get enough of them.

Problem is, other, less bitter beers all now taste sweet!
I was at the Bavarian Bier cafe last week and tried a few beers that I normally like. All just tasted sweet.
I notice the same with many of my old favourite beers.

Clearly my palate has developed and anything over 50 IBU is normal and anything under 30 is just sweet.

WHOOPS!
 
I'm sorry to hear that Mike. Unfortunately I'm going to have to prescribe you a lager "cleanse".
Dosage: Take one lager 3 times a day for 2 weeks. If symptoms persist, consult your Doctor or Craft Beer Retailer.
 
You have to get off the IPA for a while. I use Boag's (well did in Brissie) as my palate cleanser. It didn't taste too bitter (or much of anything). Go out to yard, do lots of nasty hard work until you sweat heaps. Once you need that cleansing cold, "I don't care what it tastes like" beer feeling, drink said plain beer.
 
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