October 21, 2016 Taylor Peck In the News Big Star Pale Ale - OC Weekly's Beer of the Week! October 21, 2016 Taylor Peck In the News The early star is—appropriately enough—the Big Star Pale Ale (5.5% ABV), a perfect blend of hops and malt. It's not IPA-hoppy but packs a punch; the citrus tones down any bitterness and it finishes clean.