Very dry and assertively bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Griffin IPA
◎ Appearance
Griffin IPA displays a deep gold to pale amber hue, characteristic of its English IPA ancestry. The beer shows good clarity with a persistent white head that develops moderate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is lively but restrained, typical of bottle-conditioned ales.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright orange zest and candied citrus notes, followed by delicate floral character from the Goldings hops. A subtle spice and herbal earthiness emerge from the Fuggles variety, with light grainy maltiness in the background providing soft support without dominance.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with tangy orange notes that carry through the middle, where floral and spicy hop character gains prominence. Light caramel sweetness from the Crystal malt provides gentle body and balance, while the Fuggles impart an earthy, mineral edge that prevents cloying.
◑ Finish
The finish turns progressively dry with a mild, lingering bitterness that is clean rather than harsh. The aftertaste fades to faint orange pith and dried herb notes.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Griffin 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 Griffin IPA
About English IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a English 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 English IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same orange, earthy, dry character as Griffin IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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