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Lost Forty Rockhound IPA

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Lost Forty's clear American IPA — 6.2% ABV, citrus-and-pine hop bill, moderate malt spine, dry-crisp finish. The West-Coast-leaning IPA in a lineup that also carries Juicy Details (hazy) and Rooster Illusion (hazy DIPA) — this is the classic-style slot. Named for the rockhound side of Arkansas geology.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusypiney
hoppy
citrusy
piney
juicy
malty
clean
Aroma
Fresh citrus and pine dominate the nose, with prominent grapefruit and lemon notes backed by herbal, resinous hop character.
not found:floral,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lost Forty Rockhound IPA

◎ Appearance

Bright golden-yellow with excellent clarity and fine carbonation visible throughout. A white, fine-grained head forms quickly and holds with steady lacing along the glass. The beer presents the classic transparency expected of a West Coast–style IPA.

bright goldenclear and crisppersistent white head

◌ Aroma

Fresh citrus and pine dominate the nose, with prominent grapefruit and lemon notes backed by herbal, resinous hop character. A clean, moderate malt backbone provides gentle sweetness without overshadowing the Edelhopfen profile. No yeast-derived esters or off-notes; the aroma is straightforward and inviting.

citrus forwardpine and resinclean malt base

◐ Taste

Citrus and pine carry cleanly into the palate, with grapefruit zest and dried pine needles as the primary flavors. A moderate malt spine provides balanced sweetness that prevents harshness; bitterness arrives measured at 60 IBU, finishing dry and crisp rather than harsh. The beer drinks light yet structured, with good definition between entry and mid-palate.

citrus biteherbal bitternessdry and cleanmoderate body

◑ Finish

The finish is quick and dry, with lingering hop bitterness and a faint citrus resin aftertaste. Clean palate closure leaves no residual sweetness, encouraging another sip.

dry finishlingering bitterness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
85
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 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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