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Export IPA

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An IPA with hints of European and American hops on the nose, intense and distinctive in character. The palate is full-bodied, and the finish carries a delicate but persistent bitterness. The brewery says it joins the notes of classic English IPAs with those of modern American beers. It runs at 6.2 % ABV.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyfloralcitrusy
hoppy
floral
citrusy
clean
tropical
Aroma
A complex hop character leads the nose, blending European and American varieties into a distinctive bouquet.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Export IPA

◎ Appearance

Deep golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass walls with visible lacing. The beer displays bright carbonation and a clean, inviting visual presence typical of well-crafted IPAs.

deep goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

A complex hop character leads the nose, blending European and American varieties into a distinctive bouquet. Floral and citrus notes emerge alongside subtle tropical fruit undertones, creating a layered and inviting aromatic profile that balances earthiness with brightness.

floral hopscitrustropical fruitcomplex

◐ Taste

Full-bodied and assertive on entry, with pronounced hop character and a clean malt backbone that supports the bitterness without overwhelming it. The palate is hoppy and engaging throughout, with citrus and subtle floral notes weaving through the mid-palate before the bitterness builds.

full-bodiedbitter hopscitrus notesclean malt

◑ Finish

A delicate yet persistent bitterness carries into the finish, leaving a dry, hoppy aftertaste that lingers pleasantly without becoming harsh or astringent. The finish maintains balance and encourages another sip.

persistent bitternessdryhoppy aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
80
Serve at 8–11°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 IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a 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 IPA

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