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Aker Imperial IPA

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🌍 Spain · Imperial IPA · One of 5 Imperial IPAs in hopIQ

Naparbier's other founding beer — an Imperial IPA of extreme intensity. 120 IBUs, 10 hops including Amarillo, Citra, Mosaic, Cascade, Simcoe, Centennial, Ahtanum, Columbus, Polaris, and Mandarina. Bold, irreverent, and uncompromising — the Naparbier philosophy in liquid form.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

hop bitterness
100%
hoppy
100%
resinous
75%
bitter
75%
citrus
63%
pine
50%
full-bodied
50%
resin
38%
clean finish
38%
alcohol
25%
tropical
25%
piney
25%
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About Imperial IPA

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What is a Imperial 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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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Aker Imperial IPA

Serve at 10–16°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 10–16°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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