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Magnolia IPA

Fertile Ground Beer Company
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🌍 United States · American IPA · One of 386 American IPAs in hopIQ

Fertile Ground's IPA — named after the Mississippi state flower and built with the same precision the brewery applies to its lagers. Citrusy and hop-forward without being extreme, it proves that a lager-focused brewery can still brew a compelling IPA.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Substantial body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Sharp bitter finish.
mildbitter
Texture
Balanced mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Dry and assertively bitter.

The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American IPA.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Magnolia IPA

Appearance

Magnolia IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a modest white head that builds cleanly. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, with fine bubbles rising steadily through the glass. Head retention is moderate, leaving delicate lacing that clings briefly to the glass.

bright goldenclearfine carbonationwhite head

Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—grapefruit zest and orange peel—layered over a clean, minerally hop character. A subtle malt backbone emerges beneath, providing gentle breadth without sweetness. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with no harsh edges or oxidative notes.

citrus zestgrapefruitmineral hopsclean malt base

Taste

Citrus flavors dominate the palate from entry through mid-palate, with grapefruit bitterness and subtle orange character. The 60 IBU bitterness is integrated and balanced rather than aggressive, allowing the hop character to remain forward without overwhelming. The finish dries cleanly with a light, crisp sensation that encourages another sip.

grapefruit bitternessbalanced hopsdry finishcrisp

Finish

The finish is clean and medium-length, with citrus notes lingering subtly into the aftertaste. A dry, refreshing quality persists without any astringency or heaviness.

medium finishcitrus lingerdryrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
82
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Magnolia IPA

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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 Pairing

What to eat with Magnolia IPA

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, clean character as Magnolia IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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