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Magpie Rye IPA

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A bold IPA brewed with rye malt for a spicy, earthy complexity beneath the tropical hop aroma. Assertive bitterness with citrus and pine. One of Korea's most interesting hop-forward beers.

ABV
6.3%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyearthytropical
hoppy
earthy
tropical
spicy
piney
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant tropical hop character, complemented by distinctive spicy rye notes that add earthy complexity.
also:clean,fruity
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Magpie Rye IPA

◎ Appearance

A brilliant golden amber hue with excellent clarity, showcasing the rye malt's contribution to the beer's warm coloration. A dense, creamy white head forms and maintains good retention, with fine carbonation evident in steady streams of bubbles.

golden amberclearcreamy white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant tropical hop character, complemented by distinctive spicy rye notes that add earthy complexity. Subtle citrus and pine undertones emerge alongside gentle grain aromas, creating a well-balanced and inviting bouquet.

tropical hopsspicy ryecitruspine

◐ Taste

The palate opens with assertive hop bitterness tempered by crisp citrus and piney resin, while the rye malt introduces a distinctive peppery spice throughout the mid-palate. The medium body provides excellent structure, with bready grain notes supporting the hop-forward profile without overwhelming the drinker.

bold hopsspicycitrus-forwardbitter finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and remarkably clean, with lingering hop bitterness and a subtle spice fade. The assertive character maintains good length without becoming fatiguing.

drycleanlingering bitterness
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
81
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 Rye IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Rye 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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