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Cloud Commander

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Cloud Commander is Laughing Sun's hazy IPA from Bismarck, North Dakota. Simcoe, Mosaic and Zythos hops go in during the whirlpool and again in the fermenter. That brings mild, tropical flavors with low bitterness and a juicy punch. It is poured in the brewery's taproom on East Front Avenue and at other bars.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
tropicaljuicyhoppy
tropical
juicy
hoppy
fruity
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with distinct tropical stone fruit from Mosaic and Simcoe hops—peach, mango, and subtle citrus notes dominate.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cloud Commander

◎ Appearance

Cloud Commander presents a pale golden hue with substantial haze throughout the body, characteristic of the style. The head is dense and persistent, clinging to the glass with fine Schaumkleiden. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending a soft visual liveliness without aggression.

pale goldenhazy throughoutpersistent headsoft carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with distinct tropical stone fruit from Mosaic and Simcoe hops—peach, mango, and subtle citrus notes dominate. A gentle herbal undertone emerges beneath, without sharp green character. Malt is restrained and clean, allowing the hop profile to remain the focal point.

tropical stone fruitpeach and mangosoft herbalclean malt backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with immediate tropical juiciness and a light citrus snap, settling into a smooth, full-bodied middle register. Bitterness is mild and measured at 50 IBU, never dominating but providing structure and balance. The finish is clean and dry, with lingering stone fruit notes that fade gracefully.

juicy tropical entrymild balanced bitternesssmooth bodydry citrus fade

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and refreshing, with soft stone fruit lingering on the palate without residual harshness. A slight drying sensation completes the experience, inviting another sip.

medium lengthstone fruit faderefreshing dry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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 Hazy IPA

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What is a Hazy 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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