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Eight Point IPA

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Eight Point IPA is the beer that launched Basecamp — a clean, drinkable 6.2% that proves you don't need big ABV to make an impression. Citrus and pine hit first, bright and snappy, while a dry backbone keeps it balanced and sessionable. The varied hop bill gives it character without aggression — this is an IPA that invites a second beer.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycitrusypiney
hoppy
citrusy
piney
malty
clean
fruity
Aroma
The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit rind—layered over a clean piney backbone from the varied hop selection.
also:caramel,bready
not found:juicy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Eight Point IPA

◎ Appearance

Eight Point IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with stable lacing, leaving a clean trail of foam on the surface. Light catches easily through the body, revealing the beer's translucent character.

golden, clearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit rind—layered over a clean piney backbone from the varied hop selection. Underlying this aromatic profile sits a subtle malty sweetness and a faint herbaceous quality that speaks to careful hop balance. The aroma is inviting rather than assertive, drawing you toward the next sip without overwhelming the senses.

bright citruspine and herbsclean, balanced

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and direct, with citrus flavors establishing themselves immediately alongside a gentle pine character. The mid-palate reveals a dry, clean backbone with light malty support that prevents the beer from becoming thin or harsh. Bitterness arrives measured and integrated—60 IBU provide structure without aggression, allowing the beer's character to emerge rather than dominate.

citrus-forwarddry backbonemoderate bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with bitterness fading to a pleasant dryness that invites another sip. Aftertaste lingers briefly with echoes of pine and citrus zest, then clears smoothly.

dry, crispsessionable
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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 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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