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Low Voltage Session IPA

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Citrus and tropical notes, smooth and effortlessly drinkable at session strength: 4.3% and 33 IBU from Columbus, Mosaic and Simcoe over pale malt, dextrin, caramalt and oats. Low Voltage is the one core beer named after a person, Brixton-born David Bowie: the name nods to his album Low, and the bolt on the can to his make-up.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter33 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalcitrusyhoppy
tropical
citrusy
hoppy
malty
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with bright citrus—grapefruit and lemon zest—layered over distinctly tropical notes of mango and passionfruit from the Mosaic and Simcoe hops.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Low Voltage Session IPA

◎ Appearance

Low Voltage presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a white head that settles to a thin, persistent collar. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating fine bubbles that rise steadily through the glass. Lacing clings to the sides with moderate retention.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus—grapefruit and lemon zest—layered over distinctly tropical notes of mango and passionfruit from the Mosaic and Simcoe hops. A subtle sweetness from caramalt and oats sits beneath, while Columbus adds a restrained herbal undertone. The overall profile is inviting and approachable without any sharp or aggressive edges.

citrus zesttropical fruitherbal undertonesoft malt sweetness

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and smooth, with tropical and citrus flavors taking the lead across the mid-palate. The pale malt and dextrin base provides a gentle sweetness and body, while oats contribute a whisper of creaminess. Bitterness arrives measured at 33 IBU—present but never harsh, finishing dry without astringency.

mango, passionfruitgrapefruit bitecreamy bodybalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, fading gracefully with lingering citrus and a touch of caramel. Refreshingly dry, leaving the palate clear and ready for another sip.

dry finishcitrus fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
75
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

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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.

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