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Northwest IPA

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Piney, resinous and bitter, this West Coast style IPA is built on Columbus, Chinook, Cascade and Centennial hops, with enough malt to make the hops last the journey. It is deep golden at 5.5% ABV and 55 IBU, from Long Trail, the Vermont brewery in Bridgewater Corners that has been brewing since 1989.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter55 IBU
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
resinouspineyhoppy
resinous
piney
hoppy
malty
spicy hop
citrusy
Aroma
Resinous and piney character dominates the nose, with the Columbus and Chinook hops delivering a woody, almost turpentine-like quality.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Northwest IPA

◎ Appearance

Deep golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation. A dense, cream-colored head forms on the pour and maintains good retention, settling into a thin collar of lace around the glass.

deep goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Resinous and piney character dominates the nose, with the Columbus and Chinook hops delivering a woody, almost turpentine-like quality. Subtle citrus undertones and a grassy, herbal edge round out the profile, with a faint spicy backdrop from the hop blend.

piney, resinousherbal, woodycitrus whisperspice notes

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a bold, resinous bitterness that builds steadily across the mid-palate. The supporting malt base—evident but restrained—provides a light caramel sweetness and bread-like foundation that keeps the hops grounded. The finish dries considerably, with lingering pine and spice.

bitter, resinousmalt backbonedry finishspicy hops

◑ Finish

A firm, drying finish with lasting resinous and piney notes. The bitterness persists without becoming harsh, gradually fading into a clean, crisp aftertaste.

long, dryresinous fade
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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 West Coast IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a West Coast 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 West Coast IPA

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