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Flipante Imperial IPA

Cosa Nostra Brewing Co.
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🌍 Spain · Imperial IPA · One of 4 Imperial IPAs in hopIQ

Cosa Nostra's most celebrated beer — rated 3.91 on Untappd. A bombshell of a beer: powerful in every sense, fruity, resinous, brewed with crazy amounts of American hops. Dangerously drinkable despite the 8.4% ABV. The beer that built Cosa Nostra's national reputation.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

hoppy
100%
bitter
75%
citrus
63%
full-bodied
55%
pine
50%
grapefruit
45%
resin
38%
spicy hops
30%
alcohol
25%
tropical
25%
piney
25%
alcohol warmth
25%
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About Imperial IPA

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What is a Imperial 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.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Flipante Imperial IPA

Serve at 10–16°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 10–16°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

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.

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