Assertively bitter and dry.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
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Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Goblin Sauce
◎ Appearance
Goblin Sauce presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting luminosity. The head is substantial and persistent, holding fine bubbles that form delicate lacing along the glass. Carbonation is lively but restrained, maintaining a refined visual presence throughout the pour.
◌ Aroma
The nose is immediately fruit-forward and juicy, dominated by ripe peach and mango with supporting notes of wild berries. The dry-hop work is evident in the aromatic intensity and precision—tropical stone fruit emerges alongside subtle citrus notes. The overall impression is bright and inviting, with hop character that feels generous rather than aggressive.
◐ Taste
The palate enters soft and smooth despite the 8.5% ABV, allowing the fruit character to shine without heaviness. Peach and stone fruit dominate the mid-palate, balanced by a moderate, controlled bitterness that sits at equilibrium rather than dominance. The structure remains nimble and elegant, with the dry-hop profile creating layers of complexity that unfold across extended sips.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and medium in length, with lingering notes of peach and berries fading gracefully. The bitterness resolves cleanly without astringency, leaving a pleasant, refreshing impression.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Goblin Sauce
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 Goblin Sauce
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, fruity, juicy character as Goblin Sauce will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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