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Raging Bitch

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A fruity aroma leads this 8.3% Belgian IPA. Its wild streak comes from El Diablo, a volcano-like Belgian yeast strain whose aggressively active fermentation gave the beer its polarizing name. Flying Dog's labels come from illustrator Ralph Steadman, hired at the urging of Hunter S. Thompson, a guest of the brewpub where the brand began in 1990.

ABV
8.3%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruityyeastyspicy
fruity
yeasty
spicy
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced fruity esters characteristic of the aggressive Belgian yeast fermentation—stone fruit and subtle citrus notes dominate.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Raging Bitch

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The beer displays strong carbonation with visible effervescence and good lacing that clings to the glass as you drink.

pale goldenclearpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced fruity esters characteristic of the aggressive Belgian yeast fermentation—stone fruit and subtle citrus notes dominate. Behind these sits a spicy, peppery note from the yeast strain itself, with understated noble hop aromatics adding gentle floral and herbal support.

fruity estersstone fruitspicy yeastfloral hops

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright fruit-forward sweetness, followed by a complex mid-section where spicy yeast phenolics and citrus hoppiness interweave. A moderate bitterness builds toward the finish, balancing the alcohol warmth without overwhelming the fruit character.

fruity, spicymoderate bitternesscitrus hopsalcohol warmth

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with persistent bitterness and a warming alcohol note that extends the experience. Residual fruitiness fades gradually into a slightly peppery, yeasty dryness.

dry, lingeringpeppery aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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 Belgian IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Belgian 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 Belgian IPA

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