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Nørrebryg

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Nørrebryg is an IPA with a relatively low bitterness for the style, and it tastes clean and almost refreshing. Pilgrim, First Gold and Cascade hops add a fresh aroma of flowers, berries and citrus. It has been brewed since 2004 by Grauballe Bryghus in Silkeborg.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleanfloralcitrusy
clean
floral
citrusy
berry
hoppy
tropical
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced floral and citrus notes characteristic of the Pilgrim, First Gold, and Cascade hop blend.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Nørrebryg

◎ Appearance

Nørrebryg presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is lively, creating a steady stream of small bubbles that maintain good lacing on the glass throughout the pour.

bright goldenclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced floral and citrus notes characteristic of the Pilgrim, First Gold, and Cascade hop blend. Fresh berry aromatics interweave with these brighter elements, creating an inviting, garden-like profile that feels immediately approachable despite the hoppy character.

floral, citrus, berryfresh hop characterwelcoming nose

◐ Taste

The palate enters clean and crisp, with a balanced interplay of citrus and subtle berry flavors that develop through the mid-palate. The bitterness is restrained for an IPA, allowing the refreshing, almost mineral-like quality to dominate rather than overwhelm, with a hint of tropical notes emerging on the finish.

clean, balancedmoderate bitternesscitrus-forward palate

◑ Finish

The finish is refreshing and moderately dry, with lingering citrus and floral notes that fade gracefully. The moderate IBU level ensures a pleasant, non-aggressive aftertaste that invites another sip.

dry, refreshingcitrus fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

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.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a 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.

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