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Freak of Nature

Wicked Weed Brewing
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🌍 United States · Double IPA · One of 140 Double IPAs in hopIQ

A San Francisco-inspired hop monster — an imperial IPA dry-hopped with over three pounds of West Coast hops per barrel. Monstrous dank, citrus and pine aromas lead into a big, dry, surprisingly drinkable double IPA. Wicked Weed's gift to the hop heads.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Substantial body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Bone-dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Sharp bitter finish.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Very dry and assertively bitter.

A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Double IPA.
Hop character
hoppy
piney
citrusy
dank
herbal
orange

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Freak of Nature

Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation evident throughout. A dense, creamy head forms on the pour and maintains good lacing down the glass, characteristic of a well-crafted imperial IPA.

pale goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

Aroma

Assertive West Coast hop character dominates the nose with prominent pine and citrus notes layered beneath. Dank, resinous undertones emerge with extended exposure, while subtle herbal qualities suggest a carefully balanced hop blend without any vinous or solvent-like ethanol burn.

piney, dankcitrus zestresinousherbal undertones

Taste

The palate opens with bold hop bitterness that integrates cleanly into the structure rather than dominating harshly. A full body carries forward the pine and citrus character through the mid-palate, with a pronounced dry quality and subtle funky notes that add complexity without muddiness.

dry, bitterfull-bodiedpine, citrusfunky notes

Finish

The finish is crisp and sustained, with lingering bitterness and herbal notes that encourage another sip. A mild warmth from the alcohol is present but well-integrated, leaving the palate refreshed rather than fatigued.

dry finishpersistent bitternessrefreshing
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Freak of Nature

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Freak of Nature

About Double IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Double 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 Double IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, piney, dry character as Freak of Nature will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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