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Alphatier

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Cloudy yellow-orange New England IPA under a long-lasting white head. The aroma is hoppy and fruity, with orange, mango, citrus and grapefruit and a light spiciness, and the taste carries the same fruit. A fruity hop smoothie with oat flakes, it has a soft, velvety mouthfeel and a bitter yet lasting finish.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
fruityhoppycitrusy
fruity
hoppy
citrusy
orange
tropical
spicy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright tropical and citrus notes—orange, mango, and grapefruit dominate, underpinned by a light spiciness.
also:juicy
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Alphatier

◎ Appearance

Alphatier presents a cloudy yellow-orange body beneath a stable white head with fine lacing. The haze derives from suspended yeast and adjunct material, characteristic of the New England IPA style. Carbonation appears moderate, supporting a dense and persistent foam collar.

cloudy yellow-orangefine white headsoft carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical and citrus notes—orange, mango, and grapefruit dominate, underpinned by a light spiciness. Edible hops deliver a forward, aromatic presence without aggressive resinous character. Malted grain contributes a subtle sweet backdrop, allowing the fruity hop profile to remain central.

tropical fruitcitrus-forwardlight spicefruity hop aroma

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and velvety, carrying the same stone fruit and citrus character present on the nose. Oat adjuncts lend a smooth, almost creamy mouthfeel that rounds the mid-palate. Bitterness arrives measured at 45 IBU, finishing with a lingering herbal bite that balances without overwhelming the fruity character.

smooth mouthfeelcitrus-fruit drivenrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and persistent, with the fruity hop notes gradually fading into a gentle herbal aftertaste. Bitterness lingers pleasantly, leaving no harsh edges or astringency.

lingering bitternessdry finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
75
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 New England IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a New England 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 New England IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same fruity, hoppy, hazy character as Alphatier will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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