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Ægir India Pale Ale

Ægir Bryggeri
Norway·American IPA
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Brewed with pure Sognefjord water and American hops. Orange, grapefruit and pine aromas with a medium-full body and a firm, dry bitter finish. A fjord-side IPA worth travelling for.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusypiney
hoppy
citrusy
piney
orange
clean
fruity
Aroma
The nose is dominated by vibrant American hop character, with prominent citrus notes of orange and grapefruit layered beneath piney, resinous undertones.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Ægir India Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Ægir IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity that showcases the beer's crisp character. A white, dense head forms with good retention, supported by lively carbonation that creates a visually inviting presentation.

goldenclearwhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant American hop character, with prominent citrus notes of orange and grapefruit layered beneath piney, resinous undertones. Pure Sognefjord water contributes to a clean, mineral-tinged backdrop that allows the hops to shine without any harsh or metallic qualities.

citrus-forwardpineycleangrapefruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a medium-full body and assertive hop bitterness that commands attention without overwhelming. Mid-palate develops bright citrus flavors with tropical hints, while a firm, dry bitterness builds steadily toward the finish, creating excellent balance between malt sweetness and hop aggression.

hoppybittercitrusmedium-full body

◑ Finish

A firm, dry finish leaves a lingering pine and grapefruit aftertaste that cleanly fades. The 60 IBU bitterness resolves without astringency, leaving the palate refreshed and eager for the next sip.

dryclean finishlingering bitterness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
85
Appearance
80
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 American IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American 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 American IPA

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

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