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Paradiso Citra IPA

Big Drop Brewing Co.
United Kingdom·Alcohol-Free IPA
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Citrus fruit radiates from the first pour to the last sip, and the finish ends in a bright, sharp twist of bitterness. It is brewed to just 0.5% ABV from the start rather than de-alcoholised from a stronger beer, and it is gluten-free and vegan.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppyclean
citrusy
hoppy
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit pith lead, with underlying floral and piney Edelhopfen character.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Paradiso Citra IPA

◎ Appearance

Pale golden color with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass in delicate lacing. The carbonation is brisk and well-integrated, creating a lively visual presentation throughout the pour. Body and carbonation strike a balance that belies the near-zero alcohol content.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit pith lead, with underlying floral and piney Edelhopfen character. Minimal malt sweetness emerges in the background, allowing the hop aromatics to command attention. Clean, direct, with no fermentation or oxidation notes.

citrus-forwardbright and floralcrisp hoppy

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with immediate citrus flavor hitting the palate. Mid-palate holds a well-defined bitterness—60 IBU delivers a sharp, focused bite without harshness—while subtle malt backbone keeps the beer balanced and drinkable. The finish dries quickly into a lingering bitter edge.

citrus bitesharp bitternessclean and dry

◑ Finish

Bitterness extends into a bright, lingering aftertaste that feels peppery and zesty. The finish remains crisp and clean, with no sticky residue or cloying sweetness.

dry bitterpeppery zest
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
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 Alcohol-Free IPA

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What is a Alcohol-Free 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.

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