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Turbo Reaper

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Tropical and citrus notes ride alongside colossal hop aromas in this West Coast-style IPA, which the brewery introduced as its latest take on the style. Turbo Reaper debuted in 2024 with artwork by Matt Stikker and is available year-round, brewed by 3 Floyds in Munster, Indiana. It comes in at 7% ABV and 47 IBU.

ABV
7%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter47 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppytropicalcitrusy
hoppy
tropical
citrusy
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by aggressive and resinous noble hop character, layered with prominent tropical fruit notes—pineapple and stone fruit—alongside bright citrus, particularly grapefruit and lemon zest.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Turbo Reaper

◎ Appearance

Turbo Reaper presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with good retention. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a steady stream of fine bubbles that maintains the foam collar throughout the drinking experience.

bright goldenclearpersistent headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by aggressive and resinous noble hop character, layered with prominent tropical fruit notes—pineapple and stone fruit—alongside bright citrus, particularly grapefruit and lemon zest. A subtle, clean malt foundation supports the aromatic profile without interfering with the hop expression.

colossal hop aromatropical fruitcitrus zestresinous

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and clean, with tropical fruit and citrus flavors carrying immediately into the mid-palate. Bitterness builds gradually to a moderate level, balancing the fruit-forward character without overpowering the delicate interplay between resinous hop oils and a light, supporting malt sweetness.

tropical and citrusmoderate bitternessclean palatecrisp entry

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with citrus and hoppy notes persisting on the palate. A light bitterness frames the aftertaste without becoming harsh, leaving an impression of refreshment and balance.

dry finishhoppy aftertastelingering citrus
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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 American 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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