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Central City Red Racer IPA

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🌍 Canada · American IPA · One of 160 American IPAs in hopIQ

BC's most awarded IPA — multiple World Beer Cup medals for a reason. Cascade, Centennial and Simcoe hops with grapefruit, citrus and pine over a firm bitter backbone. Red Racer IPA is the benchmark for West Coast Canada IPA: bold, precise and race-ready.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

hoppy
95%
citrus
80%
hop bitterness
75%
tropical
70%
pine
50%
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About American IPA

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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.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Central City Red Racer IPA

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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