Assertively bitter and very dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Freak Parade
◎ Appearance
Light golden hue with pronounced haze throughout the body, characteristic of the New England IPA style. A thick, creamy head forms on the pour with excellent retention and fine lacing that clings to the glass. Bright carbonation creates an inviting, pillowy visual presence.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit—layered with stone fruit character, particularly peach and apricot. Tropical fruit notes of melon and passionfruit emerge in the mid-range, supported by subtle herbal undertones from the Edelhopfen blend. Clean fermentation allows the hop character to shine without significant yeast-derived esters.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with juicy citrus and stone fruit, immediately delivering the promised peach and melon character that builds through the mid-palate. The mouthfeel is remarkably soft and creamy despite the 8.2% alcohol, which remains well-integrated and unobtrusive. Moderate bitterness (80 IBU) provides structure without harshness, finishing with a subtle sweetness that balances the hop-forward profile.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and moderately long, with lingering citrus and peach notes fading gradually into a pleasant, slightly dry conclusion. The soft mouthfeel persists through the aftertaste, leaving a refreshing impression that invites another sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Freak Parade
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 Freak Parade
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, citrusy, peach character as Freak Parade will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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