hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

Craft IPA

Tap to rate

A golden straw ale with a persistent lacing head that signals a well-structured brew. The nose opens with floral hop character—clean and inviting—backed by a subtle malt foundation that keeps the aroma grounded. On the palate, caramelized malt tones emerge alongside balanced bittering hops that neither dominate nor fade; the result is a medium-bodied frame that feels approachable despite the hop presence. The finish extends with a satisfying length, leaving the floral notes to linger. At 3.6%, this is a sessionable take on American IPA, lighter in alcohol but not in personality—ideal for an afternoon when you want hop character without heaviness.

ABV
3.6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralcaramelmalty
floral
caramel
malty
hoppy
clean
citrusy
Aroma
The nose opens with a clean, inviting floral hop character that dominates without aggression—classic American noble hop profile.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Craft IPA

◎ Appearance

A luminous golden straw colour that catches the light with clarity and transparency. The head forms persistently and clings to the glass in defined lacing, signalling a well-structured carbonation and solid malt backbone. The foam recedes slowly, leaving a trail of adhesion that speaks to proper body and protein development.

golden strawclearpersistent lacingfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a clean, inviting floral hop character that dominates without aggression—classic American noble hop profile. Beneath lies a subtle malt foundation that grounds the bouquet with gentle caramel sweetness, preventing the aroma from becoming one-dimensional. The overall impression is balanced and approachable, with no yeast-driven funk or oxidation.

floral hopscaramel maltcleanbalanced

◐ Taste

The palate enters with caramelized malt tones that establish sweetness early, followed by a measured bittering hop presence that neither overwhelms nor retreats. The medium body feels approachable despite the hop character, creating a seamless interplay between malt and bitterness. Residual smoothness carries through, avoiding harsh edges while maintaining the sessionable promise at 3.6% ABV.

caramel maltbalanced bitteringmedium-bodiedsmooth

◑ Finish

The finish extends with satisfying length, allowing floral hop notes to linger pleasantly on the palate without drying excessively. A gentle bitterness remains as the final frame, never sharp or metallic, tapering into a clean aftertaste.

floral persistenceclean tailmoderate length
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
79
Appearance
81
Finish
75
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.

+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Food Pairing

What to eat with Craft IPA

More from Felinfoel Brewery

Double Dragon
Double Dragon
Pale Ale
4.2% · 35 IBU
Find matches →
Dragon's Heart
Dragon's Heart
Amber Ale
4.5% · 28 IBU
Find matches →
Felinfoel Stout
Nut Brown Ale
Nut Brown Ale
Brown Ale
4.3% · 28 IBU
Find matches →

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same floral, caramel, malty character as Craft IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Compare with another beer →Explore all American IPA beers in hopIQ →New to American IPA? Read our guide →Browse Wales beers →