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La Cumbre Project Dank

La Cumbre Brewing Co.
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🌍 United States · Double IPA · One of 95 Double IPAs in hopIQ

La Cumbre's ever-changing hop laboratory. Each batch features a different hop combination with 'an absolutely irresponsible amount' of IBUs. A rotating showcase of what hops can do at 5,000 feet. Consistently one of Albuquerque's most anticipated releases.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Very dry and assertively bitter.

A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Double IPA.
Hop character
hoppy
citrusy
piney
floral
herbal
orange
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for La Cumbre Project Dank

Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity that showcases the beer's light color despite its assertive character. The head is bright white and resilient, leaving attractive lacing as you drink. Carbonation is crisp and well-integrated, creating an inviting visual presentation.

pale goldencrystal clearwhite headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose is aggressively aromatic with bold pine and resinous hop character that immediately commands attention. Bright citrus and grapefruit notes complement the herbal, almost medicinal resin qualities, with a clean malt base supporting the hop-forward profile. Subtle alcohol warmth is present but well-balanced, adding complexity without dominating.

pineycitrus-forwardresinousherbal hops

Taste

The palate opens with a medium body and immediate hop intensity, delivering prominent pine and grapefruit flavors with a pronounced bitter backbone that reaches 100 IBUs confidently. The mid-palate showcases layered resinous and spicy hop characteristics, with citrus notes weaving throughout. Alcohol warmth builds gently, providing depth without overshadowing the intricate hop expression.

intensely hoppypowerfully bitterpine-resin notesgrapefruit bite

Finish

The finish is decidedly dry with lingering bitterness that gracefully extends, showcasing the resinous hop character. Clean and crisp, it invites another sip while leaving the palate refreshed despite the assertive IBU load.

drylingering bitternessclean finish
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
89
Taste
88
Appearance
85
Finish
87
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of La Cumbre Project Dank

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with La Cumbre Project Dank

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

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