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Blunder

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A table IPA at 2.9 %, brewed to carry as much hop character as a small beer can. A low-attenuating yeast leaves a rich sweetness, and hops from New Zealand, added hot and again as a dry hop, give a juicy character: tropical fruit, lime and a hint of white grape. The residual malt sweetness lends more body than the strength suggests. Bitterness is gentle, and the finish is soft, fruity and lightly sweet.

ABV
2.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyjuicyfruity
hoppy
juicy
fruity
tropical
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with assertive hop character: tropical stone fruits, citrus zest, and fresh white grape notes emerge prominently from New Zealand Edelhopfen additions.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Blunder

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. A dense, creamy head forms readily and clings to the glass with fine lacing, leaving a persistent ring at the rim. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a soft, pillowy collar that slowly subsides.

pale goldenclear, brightcreamy head retentionfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with assertive hop character: tropical stone fruits, citrus zest, and fresh white grape notes emerge prominently from New Zealand Edelhopfen additions. Beneath lies a subtle, honeyed malt sweetness that anchors the profile without overwhelming. A whisper of herbal green tea and light phenolic notes from the yeast complete the composition.

tropical fruitlime, white grapehoneyed maltherbal character

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and approachable, with juicy tropical and citrus character immediately evident. The low-attenuating yeast delivers residual malt sweetness that fills the mid-palate and builds body beyond what the alcohol strength suggests. Bitterness remains gentle and refined, never sharp, while hop flavor maintains focus through to the swallow.

soft entryjuicy tropicalmalt sweetnessrefined bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, lingering with fruity notes and a lightly sweet, clean aftertaste. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a balanced, refreshing impression rather than a lingering dryness.

soft fruity fadelightly sweet finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

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.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About Session IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Session 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 Session IPA

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