hopIQ found 10 beers with the same resinous and hoppy character as Surf Wax. Surf Wax is a West Coast IPA from Burial Beer Co., based in Asheville, North Carolina. True to its Californian-inspired style, it pours a brilliant golden-amber with a crisp, white head. The aroma is an inviting wave of Pacific-leaning hops — resinous pine, fresh citrus zest, and a touch of tropical fruit riding alongside subtle floral notes. On the palate, the beer delivers a clean, dry malt backbone that keeps the bold hop character firmly in focus. Bitterness is assertive yet balanced, with flavors of grapefruit peel, dank resin, and bright lemon. The finish is long, dry, and refreshingly bitter — exactly what a proper West Coast IPA demands. Ranked by flavour match rather than popularity.
Closest match: Gasoline Rainbows — 88%. No twin in the catalogue yet.
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