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La Cumbre Project Dank

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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
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
hoppyfruitypiney
hoppy
fruity
piney
citrusy
clean
floral
Aroma
The nose is aggressively aromatic with bold pine and resinous hop character that immediately commands attention.
also:herbal,orange
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

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
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

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.

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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.

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