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Central Waters HHG IPA

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🌍 United States · American IPA · One of 326 American IPAs in hopIQ

Central Waters' Centennial IPA — aggressively hopped with Centennial throughout for citrus, pine and a firm bitter finish. HHG (Hop Heaven Gold) is Central Waters' most hop-forward beer and a Wisconsin craft staple.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags

hoppy
100%
citrusy
100%
dry
60%
piney
60%
bitter
60%
clean
30%
fruity
30%
crisp
30%
herbal
30%
refreshing
30%
light
30%
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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 Waters HHG IPA

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Central Waters HHG IPA

Appearance

Central Waters HHG IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a vibrant, persistent white head that clings to the glass. The beer demonstrates lively carbonation with a steady stream of bubbles rising through the translucent body, creating an inviting visual presentation typical of well-crafted American IPAs.

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Aroma

The nose is dominated by aggressive Centennial hop character, delivering prominent citrus notes—particularly grapefruit and lemon—alongside earthy pine and herbal undertones. Subtle floral and resinous qualities emerge beneath, while clean malt provides a gentle grain foundation without overshadowing the assertive hop profile.

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Taste

The palate opens with bright, crisp citrus flavors that immediately transition into a wave of firm bitterness characteristic of Centennial-forward brewing. Mid-palate reveals layers of piney resin and tropical fruit notes, all supported by a clean, medium-bodied malt backbone that balances without muddling the hop expression.

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Finish

The finish is decidedly dry with lingering bitter notes that persist pleasantly without becoming harsh or astringent. A clean, resinous aftertaste reinforces the beer's hop-forward identity and invites the next sip.

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84
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
81
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