Very dry and assertively bitter.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Ananda
◎ Appearance
Ananda presents a bright golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and vivid transparency. The head is dense and persistent, with fine bubbles that cling to the glass in delicate lacing. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a dynamic visual presence.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by bright, fresh citrus notes—particularly grapefruit and orange zest—layered with pronounced passionfruit and stone fruit aromatics from the Citra and Mosaic hop blend. A subtle floral undertone emerges with aeration, while the Malz backbone remains restrained, allowing the hop character to shine without obstruction.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with clean, juicy citrus and tropical fruit that immediately establish the beer's character. Mid-palate brings peach and stone fruit notes with a dry, crisp mouthfeel and moderate bittering that builds gradually without becoming harsh. The finish is refreshing and clean, with hop bitterness lingering pleasantly into the aftertaste.
◑ Finish
The finish is crisp and drying, with lingering hop bitterness that fades to a clean, refreshing aftertaste. No cloying sweetness remains; the beer drinks light and quenching despite its 6.5% ABV.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Ananda
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 Ananda
About American IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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.
Finding a similar American IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, peach character as Ananda will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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