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Citrus and floral hop aroma meet a velvety malt body in Apocalypse Cow, a double IPA brewed with lactose milk sugar. The brewery calls it a different take on an IPA and, once again, "Not Normal", in line with its motto. 9.8% ABV, 81 IBU, available February through March and brewed in Munster, Indiana.

ABV
9.8%
Bitterness
Very bitter81 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralcitrusyhoppy
floral
citrusy
hoppy
malty
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced floral and citrus notes from noble hop varieties, layered over a soft, creamy maltiness underscored by the lactose adjunct.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Apocalypse Cow

◎ Appearance

Apocalypse Cow presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass in delicate lacing. Carbonation is brisk and well-integrated, creating a lively visual presentation typical of the Double IPA category.

pale goldenclearfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced floral and citrus notes from noble hop varieties, layered over a soft, creamy maltiness underscored by the lactose adjunct. Subtle fruity undertones emerge as the beer opens, creating a complex and inviting bouquet that balances herbal and sweet elements.

floral hopsbright citruscreamy maltfruity undertones

◐ Taste

The palate opens with clean citrus and floral hop character that coats the mouth without harsh astringency, followed by a velvety malt backbone softened by lactose sweetness. Mid-palate reveals balanced bitterness at 81 IBU, restrained by the creamy body, while the 9.8% ABV remains well-integrated and warming without alcohol heat.

balanced bitternesscreamy bodycitrus-forwardsmooth mouthfeel

◑ Finish

The finish is moderately long, with lingering citrus and floral notes gradually fading into a subtle malt sweetness. A gentle warming sensation persists, characteristic of its elevated alcohol content.

citrus lingermoderate lengthwarming finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
80
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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What is a Double IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

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