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Fernson IPA

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Fernson's core IPA — brewed with Belma, Centennial, Mosaic and Citra hops for tropical and citrus character with a clean bitter finish. Big enough for hop lovers, balanced enough for the broader South Dakota market.

ABV
6.8%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyclean
hoppy
citrusy
clean
fruity
tropical
floral
Aroma
Tropical and citrus notes dominate the nose, with bright grapefruit and passionfruit character from the hop blend.
also:herbal,piney
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fernson IPA

◎ Appearance

Light golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation visible throughout. The head forms quickly and exhibits good retention, leaving a delicate lace pattern on the glass as you drink.

golden-amberclearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

Tropical and citrus notes dominate the nose, with bright grapefruit and passionfruit character from the hop blend. Subtle floral and herbal undertones emerge beneath, supported by a clean malt foundation that does not compete with the aromatic profile.

tropical fruitcitrus forwardfloral accentclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a crisp citrus entry that transitions into ripe tropical fruit in the mid-palate. A moderate bitterness builds gradually and finishes clean, creating balance between the hop intensity and underlying malted grain sweetness without astringency.

citrus bitetropical fruitbalanced bitternessclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with residual hop bitterness and a faint herbal note that sustains for several seconds. No harsh tannins or aftertaste roughness—the fade is smooth and inviting.

dry finishlingering bitternesssmooth fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
79
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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