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Kodiak Island Brewing Island Hopper IPA

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🌍 United States · American IPA · One of 64 American IPAs in hopIQ

Kodiak Island's hop-forward IPA — Centennial and Cascade hops with citrus and pine over a clean malt base. Named after the bush planes that hop between Alaska's remote island communities. Island Hopper IPA is Kodiak's boldest beer and a favourite of Alaska's maritime workers.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

pine
87%
citrus
75%
crisp
70%
grapefruit
63%
resinous
55%
clean finish
55%
bitter
50%
herbal
45%
floral
38%
malty sweetness
20%

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About American IPA

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What is a American 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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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Kodiak Island Brewing Island Hopper IPA

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

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.

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