Assertively bitter and dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
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, fruity character as Double Sunshine will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other Double IPAs in hopIQ
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Double Sunshine
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Double Sunshine
◎ Appearance
Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and luminous brightness characteristic of the style. A dense, creamy head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass with fine lacing. Carbonation appears lively throughout, with steady streams of fine bubbles rising through the body.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by bright Citra hop character — intense citrus peel, grapefruit, and orange zest leap from the glass. Beneath lies a warm tropical undertone with hints of mango and passionfruit, layered with soft, grainy Malz notes that provide gentle sweetness without heaviness. A subtle herbal and resinous quality rounds out the composition.
◐ Taste
The palate enters with juicy citrus intensity and immediate tropical fruit character, balanced by a full body that feels substantial yet clean. Mid-palate develops a smooth, slightly sweet orange note with lingering tropical complexity, while measured bitterness (80 IBU) emerges gradually without dominating. The finish maintains hop-driven character throughout, with residual citrus oil coating the mouth pleasantly.
◑ Finish
The aftertaste is dry yet refreshing, with citrus and hop character persisting for several minutes. Bitterness fades gradually, leaving a clean, slightly astringent impression without harsh tannins.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Double Sunshine
