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Creemore Springs Session IPA

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Hop aromas run to ripe mango and pineapple, with orange peel behind them and a thread of pine, all set against caramel malt sweetness. The beer pours a hazy copper and carries a heavier malt backbone than most hazy IPAs, so the layers of fruity hop flavour rest on something sweet instead of standing alone. Berry and melon notes come through on the palate. The bitterness is present but never sharp, and the finish is quenching.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter45 IBU
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitytropicalcaramel
fruity
tropical
caramel
citrusy
malty
berry
Aroma
The nose leads with ripe tropical fruit—mango and pineapple dominate, supported by bright orange peel and a subtle thread of pine.
also:piney
not found:hoppy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Creemore Springs Session IPA

◎ Appearance

The beer presents a hazy copper hue, characteristic of the style, with a full and persistent head that leaves distinct lacing on the glass. The cloudiness stems from the yeast and hop matter in suspension, lending a soft, inviting appearance. Carbonation is moderate and even throughout, contributing to a creamy mouthfeel.

hazy copperpersistent headyeast-forward clarity

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with ripe tropical fruit—mango and pineapple dominate, supported by bright orange peel and a subtle thread of pine. Beneath the hoppy profile sits a caramel malt sweetness that grounds the composition, preventing the aromatics from becoming one-dimensional. This balance between fruit-forward hops and soft malt backbone sets the stage for the palate.

ripe mango, pineappleorange peel and pinecaramel malts

◐ Taste

The entry is fruity and approachable, with berry and melon notes unfolding across the mid-palate atop a substantial malt foundation that adds body unusual for the session format. The bitterness is measured and refined—present enough to frame the hops without becoming sharp or aggressive. Sweetness and hop character coexist in equilibrium, allowing both to be perceived distinctly.

berry, melonbalanced bitternesssubstantial malt backbone

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and quenching, with the bitterness fading to a dry, refreshing conclusion. Residual fruit notes linger briefly without cloying, leaving the palate poised for the next sip.

dry, quenchinglingering fruit
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
78
Finish
80
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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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