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Daredevil Lift Off IPA

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Daredevil's flagship IPA — citrus and tropical hop character with a clean malt backbone and dry finish. Lift Off is Daredevil's calling card: bold but balanced, reflecting the Indianapolis craft scene's growing confidence.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Gold
Indiana Brewers Cup 2025
IPA
Bronze
Indiana Brewers Cup 2023
IPA
★Gold — Indiana Brewers Cup 2025 (IPA)
★Bronze — Indiana Brewers Cup 2023 (IPA)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyclean
hoppy
citrusy
clean
tropical
fruity
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent citrus and tropical hop notes, featuring bright orange and grapefruit alongside hints of pineapple.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Daredevil Lift Off IPA

◎ Appearance

Lift Off pours a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a crisp white head that maintains good retention. The carbonation is lively and visible, creating an inviting visual presentation that reflects the beer's clean, refreshing character.

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◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent citrus and tropical hop notes, featuring bright orange and grapefruit alongside hints of pineapple. A subtle floral character and resinous pine undertones emerge beneath, supported by a clean malt backbone that keeps the profile balanced and inviting.

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◐ Taste

The palate delivers an assertive yet well-balanced hoppy character with bold citrus and tropical fruit flavors that immediately establish the beer's identity. Mid-palate brings a moderate bitterness (65 IBU) with crisp, resinous notes and a pleasant grain sweetness that prevents harshness. The medium body supports the flavors without feeling heavy, leading seamlessly into the dry finish.

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◑ Finish

The finish is notably dry and clean, with lingering citrus and pine notes that fade gracefully without any harsh aftertaste. A subtle grain sweetness provides closure, leaving a refreshing impression that invites the next sip.

drycleancrisp finish
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
81
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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Food Pairing

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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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