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West Coast IPA

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A solid malt backbone and core bitterness are balanced by lighter fruity hop aromas, in a haze-free IPA. Sultana, Eureka and Lotus hops give it a fresh, modern hop profile over pale two-row, Pilsner and midnight wheat malts at 7.6% and 75 IBU. First brewed in 2022 as an updated take on the West Coast style, year-round.

ABV
7.6%
Bitterness
Very bitter75 IBU
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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
hoppyfruitymalty
hoppy
fruity
malty
clean
citrusy
resinous
Aroma
Fresh hop aromatics lead with bright citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit—layered over subtle stone fruit character reminiscent of sultana.
also:piney
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for West Coast IPA

◎ Appearance

Bright golden-yellow hue with excellent clarity and no visible haze. A dense, off-white head forms quickly and persists with fine lacing. Carbonation is visibly lively, with fine bubbles rising steadily through the transparent body.

golden-yellowcrystal clearpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Fresh hop aromatics lead with bright citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit—layered over subtle stone fruit character reminiscent of sultana. A light floral and herbal undertone from the Lotus and Eureka hops provides complexity, while pale malt contributes a soft, grainy sweetness in the background. The profile is clean and modern, with no phenolic or yeast-driven character.

citrusstone fruitherbal floralsclean malt base

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a solid, moderately sweet malt foundation of pale two-row and Pilsner character, grounding the beer's structure. A pronounced but measured hop bitterness emerges mid-palate—firm and resinous—that integrates smoothly rather than dominating. Citrus and light pine notes persist through the body, while the wheat malt adds a whisper of dryness and texture without clouding the beer.

balanced bitternesscitrus-pine finishmalt-forward entryclean dry middle

◑ Finish

The finish is moderately long and refreshingly dry, with lingering resinous hop bitterness and a faint citrus echo. Aftertaste is clean and crisp, leaving no astringency or harsh edges.

dry, lingeringresinous fade
81
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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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About West Coast IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a West Coast 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 West Coast IPA

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