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Alphadelic IPA

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A tropical, citrus bouquet comes from the mix of Northwest and Southern Hemisphere hops in this Northwest IPA; the hops are Nugget, Cascade, Palisade and Chinook. Two Row and Munich malt lay down a simple, medium-bodied malt profile underneath. Alphadelic IPA runs at 7.2% ABV and 90 IBU and comes from Hop Valley, founded in 2009 in Eugene, Oregon.

ABV
7.2%
Bitterness
Very bitter90 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
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
tropicalcitrusyhoppy
tropical
citrusy
hoppy
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced tropical and citrus notes that stem from the interplay of Northwest and Southern Hemisphere hop varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Alphadelic IPA

◎ Appearance

Alphadelic IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a modest white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is crisp and well-integrated, creating fine bubbles that rise steadily through the body. The beer displays the characteristic pale amber glow typical of Northwest IPAs, with good visual appeal and inviting transparency.

golden, clearfine carbonationdelicate lacingpale amber

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced tropical and citrus notes that stem from the interplay of Northwest and Southern Hemisphere hop varieties. Cascade and Palisade hops deliver bright grapefruit and lime character, while Nugget and Chinook add subtle pine and herbal undertones. A gentle malt sweetness from the Two Row and Munich base provides a soft counterpoint, preventing the aroma from becoming one-dimensional.

tropical fruitcitrus zestpine, herbalsoft malt sweetness

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and hoppy with immediate citrus and stone fruit character that fills the palate. The mid-palate sustains the tropical profile—pineapple and grapefruit notes—while a balanced malt body of medium weight supports without overwhelming. Bitterness builds gradually to a measured 90 IBU, finishing dry without harsh astringency, and the hop bitterness feels integrated rather than sharp.

citrus, pineapplebalanced bitternessmedium bodydry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering citrus and a gentle hop bitterness that persists for several minutes. No harshness or residual malt sweetness remains; the aftertaste stays crisp and inviting.

crisp, drylingering citrus
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
80
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

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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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