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Lagunitas IPA

Lagunitas Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · American IPA · One of 14 American IPAs in hopIQ

One of America's best-selling craft IPAs. Well-balanced with tropical fruit, citrus and pine from a blend of seven hops. Medium malt body and a clean, dry bitter finish. The IPA that converted millions of Americans to craft.

ABV
6.2%
IBU
46
SRM
9amber
9

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

hoppy
87%
citrus
75%
pine
63%
crisp
63%
bitter
50%
clean finish
50%
refreshing
50%
medium-bodied
38%
grapefruit
38%
grain
25%
malty
25%
resin
13%

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About American IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar American IPA

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Lagunitas 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.

Food Pairings

What to eat with Lagunitas IPA

WHERE TO BUY

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