Very dry and assertively bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Crazy Mike
◎ Appearance
Clear golden amber with bright clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves distinct lacing on the glass. The body shows excellent carbonation with a steady stream of small bubbles rising through the liquid.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with assertive citrus and tropical fruit notes from the five modern hop varieties, displaying grapefruit, orange peel, and stone fruit character. A clean malt backbone emerges beneath—pale and Vienna malt contribute subtle bread and grain undertones without dominance.
◐ Taste
Entry is full and slightly boozy, with a solid malt sweetness that anchors the beer before strong bitterness takes hold across the mid-palate. The 100 IBU load is direct and resinous, complemented by lingering citrus and faint tropical stone fruit; the wheat malt and candi sugar add subtle complexity without cloying sweetness.
◑ Finish
Long, dry finish dominated by bittering hops with a gentle warmth from the 8.5% ABV. Citrus and herbal notes persist into the aftertaste.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Crazy Mike
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Crazy Mike
About Double IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Double 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 Double IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, bitter, boozy character as Crazy Mike will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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