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Gulpener Biologisch IPA

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An organic India Pale Lager: unfiltered, bottom-fermented, with the hop added late in the process. It comes from grower Roger Wouters in Reijmerstok, who has grown five hop varieties for the brewery since 1997; four of them go into this beer, used in different ways. Expect a bitter bite and a finish that recalls grapefruit. 6.0% ABV.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyresinous
hoppy
citrusy
resinous
clean
malty
Aroma
Late-addition hops dominate the nose with pronounced citrus notes, particularly grapefruit and lemon zest, complemented by herbal and resinous undertones from the four hop varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gulpener Biologisch IPA

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity, characteristic of a clean lager despite its unfiltered nature. Fine, persistent carbonation rises steadily, building a white head that demonstrates strong lacing and adhesion to the glass. The brightness suggests both purity and restraint in the malt profile.

pale goldenunfiltered claritypersistent white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Late-addition hops dominate the nose with pronounced citrus notes, particularly grapefruit and lemon zest, complemented by herbal and resinous undertones from the four hop varieties. A clean, yeasty backdrop emerges from the bottom fermentation, allowing the hop character to remain sharp and defined. Subtle malt sweetness provides only minimal counterpoint.

citrus-forwardherbal resinnoble hop characterclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with immediate hop bitterness that builds across the palate without harshness. The four-hop blend delivers layered flavors: grapefruit and herbal notes combine with a dry, slightly resinous mouthfeel. Mid-palate remains lean and focused, with malt playing a supporting role to preserve the lager's clean, structured character.

assertive bitternesscitrus bitedry resinbalanced malt backbone

◑ Finish

Grapefruit lingers distinctly in the aftertaste, with the bitterness gradually tapering into a dry, clean conclusion. The finish remains refreshing and crisp, inviting another sip without cloying or fading abruptly.

grapefruit persistencedry conclusion
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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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