Assertively bitter and very dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
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, fruity character as Heady Topper will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other Double IPAs in hopIQ
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Heady Topper
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Heady Topper
◎ Appearance
Pale golden-yellow with pronounced haze throughout, characteristic of the style. The unfiltered, unpasteurised nature creates a soft, diffuse appearance that catches light beautifully. Head retention is substantial, with fine carbonation and persistent Schaumkleiden clinging to the glass walls.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright orange zest and grapefruit pith, followed by waves of tropical stone fruit — mango and passionfruit — layered beneath pine resin. The six-hop blend creates a complex, evolving bouquet with no sharp alcohol presence; instead, a clean, herbaceous undercarriage supports the fruit-forward character.
◐ Taste
Entry is juicy and full-bodied without heaviness, with orange and grapefruit flavours immediately engaging the palate. Mid-palate reveals tropical depth — mango and citrus flesh — while bitterness remains refined and integrated; the 80 IBU manifests as a dry, resinous quality rather than astringent bite. Finish dries progressively, with lingering hop character that feels refreshing rather than harsh.
◑ Finish
The aftertaste extends cleanly, with fading orange zest and a subtle pine note. Dryness persists without leaving any rough edges, inviting another sip.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Heady Topper