Assertively bitter and very dry.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for IPA
◎ Appearance
Pale gold in color with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that displays strong adhesion to the glass walls. The beer presents as visually clean and crisp, with active carbonation visible throughout the pour and body.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with prominent citrus notes—grapefruit and lemon zest—layered beneath delicate floral hop character. A resinous quality emerges in the mid-range, while the malt backbone provides subtle bread-like sweetness that anchors the overall aromatic profile without overwhelming the noble hop impression.
◐ Taste
The palate enters with focused bitterness that dominates the mid-palate at 70 IBU—characteristic of the West Coast tradition where hop bite is meant to be present and assertive. Piney and resinous flavors build through the center, supported by a clean malt foundation that remains restrained, allowing the assertive hop character to remain the focal point. The finish leans dry with minimal residual sweetness.
◑ Finish
A long, dry finish driven by lingering pine and resinous hop character that carries well into the aftertaste. The bitterness holds steady without becoming harsh, leaving a crisp, mineral impression.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of IPA
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with IPA
About West Coast IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a West Coast 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 West Coast IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same bitter, piney, citrusy character as IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other West Coast IPAs in hopIQ