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Psycho

Spain·Milkshake IPA
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Psycho is a Milkshake IPA from La Rúa Brewery in Albelda de Iregua, La Rioja, a brewery founded in 2017 whose range also includes the Lupus IPA and the Ban-Dam double IPA.

ABV
6.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycitrusy
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—grapefruit and orange zest—layered over a soft, rounded malt sweetness typical of lactose-adjunct IPAs.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Psycho

◎ Appearance

Psycho presents a pale golden hue with a slight haze, characteristic of the Milkshake IPA style. The head is substantial and creamy, with good retention and fine lacework along the glass. Carbonation is gentle and well-integrated, lending a soft visual effervescence to the pour.

pale goldenslightly hazycreamy headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—grapefruit and orange zest—layered over a soft, rounded malt sweetness typical of lactose-adjunct IPAs. Noble hop character emerges with floral and herbal nuances, while a subtle dairy creaminess sits underneath, adding richness without overpowering the hop expression.

citrus-forwardbright grapefruitcreamy sweetnessherbal hops

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and moderately full-bodied, with the lactose lending a silky mouthfeel that frames the hop bitterness comfortably. Citrus and stone fruit flavors dominate the mid-palate, balanced by restrained bitterness at 30 IBU that adds definition without harshness. The finish sees the hop profile fade gracefully into a soft, slightly sweet aftertaste.

smooth palatecitrus-dominantgentle bitternesssilky body

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and clean, with lingering citrus notes fading into a subtle creamy sweetness. Bitterness recedes quickly, leaving a refreshing and approachable final impression.

medium finishcreamy faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
78
Appearance
77
Finish
76
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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About Milkshake IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Milkshake 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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