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Camba Bavaria India Pale Ale

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Camba Bavaria India Pale Ale is a classic IPA brewed in the heart of Bavaria, combining traditional German brewing expertise with the bold, hoppy character of American-style IPAs. This beer showcases a perfect balance of citrus and pine notes with a crisp, clean finish that appeals to both IPA enthusiasts and traditional beer drinkers.

ABV
6.8%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceTwo or Three

AWARDS

Bronze · 2024
World Beer Awards 2024
IPA
★Bronze — World Beer Awards 2024 (IPA)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycitrusyclean
hoppy
citrusy
clean
piney
bready
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by classic American hop character with prominent citrus and pine aromas leading the charge.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Camba Bavaria India Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

This IPA presents a bright golden to amber hue with excellent clarity, allowing light to shine through the beer. A dense, white head forms upon pour and maintains good retention, while active carbonation is evident from the steady stream of fine bubbles rising through the glass.

goldenclearwhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by classic American hop character with prominent citrus and pine aromas leading the charge. Supporting notes of grapefruit and orange zest emerge, while the Bavarian malt base provides a subtle, clean backbone that prevents the hops from overwhelming the senses.

citrus-forwardpineygrapefruithoppy

◐ Taste

The palate opens with assertive bitterness and robust hop flavor that immediately engages the taste buds, followed by waves of pine and citrus complexity. The mid-palate showcases orange and grapefruit notes with a tart, crisp character that keeps the beer refreshing and lively. The malt backbone remains understated, allowing the hops to take center stage without becoming one-dimensional.

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◑ Finish

The finish is notably dry and clean with a persistent hop bitterness that lingers pleasantly on the palate. This lasting bitterness and hop character provide excellent closure that invites another sip.

drycleanlingering hop finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
82
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 American IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American 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 American IPA

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