Very dry and assertively bitter.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
About Imperial New England IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Imperial New England 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 Imperial New England IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, juicy character as King Julius will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of King Julius
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 King Julius
◎ Appearance
King Julius presents a luminous golden-amber hue with a soft haze that catches light beautifully. The dense, cream-colored head settles to a persistent collar, leaving delicate lacing on the glass. Fine carbonation creates a gentle visual texture throughout.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with vivid citrus—bright orange zest and grapefruit—layered beneath tropical fruit notes of mango and stone fruit. Creamy, candy-like sweetness threads through, evoking orange creamsicle. Noble hops provide a refined floral backbone without harshness.
◐ Taste
Juice-forward entry delivers waves of mandarin, orange, and tropical fruit that coat the palate with natural sweetness. Mid-palate remains supremely soft and velvety despite the hop intensity; bitterness arrives measured at 60 IBU, never astringent. The creamy mouthfeel recalls a mango smoothie with subtle stone fruit complexity.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and moderately dry, allowing the orange and peach notes to linger gently on the back palate. A subtle herbal whisper fades without persistence.
Food Pairing
What to eat with King Julius