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Donkey-Hoté

Throwback Brewery
United States·Double IPA
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A golden, New England-style double IPA packed with citrus, melon, and a slight hint of pineapple. Drinks so soft and fruity-sweet you might not guess it's 8.4% ABV — well-balanced and hoppy in equal measure.

ABV
8.4%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycitrusyfruity
hoppy
citrusy
fruity
tropical
juicy
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit—layered with juicy melon and a subtle tropical pineapple undertone.
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Donkey-Hoté

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The beer presents a vibrant, sun-lit appearance characteristic of New England-style IPAs, with active carbonation visible throughout.

bright goldenclearpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit—layered with juicy melon and a subtle tropical pineapple undertone. The Edelhopfen character is bright and fresh, with a soft, fruity sweetness that balances the assertive hop profile without any harsh or resinous edge.

citrus-forwardtropical fruitmelon notesclean hop

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and approachable, with the fruity-sweet malt foundation providing immediate balance against 80 IBUs of well-integrated bitterness. Mid-palate layers citrus and melon flavors with a juicy, full-bodied texture; the alcohol warmth (8.4% ABV) remains subtle and well-concealed, contributing to the smooth, drinkable character.

balanced bitternessfruity-sweet maltfull bodysmooth palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering citrus bitterness and a refreshing quality that invites another sip. The aftertaste remains hoppy and bright without becoming harsh or lingering excessively.

clean dryhoppy lingeringrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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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About Double IPA

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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

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