Very dry and assertively bitter.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA
◎ Appearance
Deep amber to copper hue with excellent clarity and a bright, light tan head that exhibits strong retention. The beer displays vigorous carbonation with a cascading effervescence typical of well-crafted Imperial IPAs. The color intensity reflects the substantial malt backbone supporting this high-ABV brew.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by assertive pine and resinous hop character, with pronounced citrus aromatics that suggest grapefruit and lemon zest. Underlying the hop intensity, subtle malt sweetness and a touch of alcohol warmth emerge, creating a complex and inviting aromatic profile. The continuous hopping technique produces layers of fresh hop volatility throughout.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with intense hop bitterness and resinous character that commands attention, followed by tropical and citrus notes that evolve across the mid-palate. A full-bodied, smooth malt foundation provides essential balance and sweetness to support the aggressive 90 IBUs, preventing the beer from becoming one-dimensional. The alcohol warmth integrates seamlessly, adding complexity without harshness.
◑ Finish
The finish is characteristically dry with a lingering, persistent bitter aftertaste that showcases the signature continuous-hop complexity. The bitterness gradually fades but leaves a pleasant resinous pine impression that encourages another sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA
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 Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA
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, citrusy, bitter character as Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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