Dry and firmly bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Spruce Double IPA
◎ Appearance
Deep gold color with excellent clarity and fine carbonation creating a persistent, tight head. The beer presents a clean visual profile with good lacing that clings to the glass as you drink.
◌ Aroma
Vibrant hop character leads with citrus and fresh pine, immediately grounded by hand-harvested Sitka spruce that adds a distinctive herbal and slightly fruity quality. Beneath the aromatics, subtle malt undertones provide balance without obscuring the prominent hop profile.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with assertive citrus and piney hop bitterness that remains well-integrated rather than harsh. Mid-palate develops berry-like character from the spruce, layered with tropical fruit notes and a gentle herbal warmth from the elevated alcohol. The finish brings a light malt sweetness that tempers the bitterness without becoming cloying.
◑ Finish
Extended dry finish with lingering pine and citrus notes. The spruce character persists subtly on the aftertaste alongside a moderate warming sensation.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Spruce Double IPA
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Spruce Double IPA
About Double IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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.
Finding a similar Double IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, piney, boozy character as Spruce Double IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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