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Atlas IPA

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A traditional East Coast IPA that builds its character on pale and caramel malts, creating a rich, malty backbone that anchors the beer's bolder moments. Beneath this foundation lie floral, citrus, and earthy tones that emerge with each sip, weaving a bracing yet balanced profile. At 6.8% alcohol and 64 IBU, Atlas IPA walks a careful line—enough bite to remind you this is an IPA, yet restrained enough that the malt doesn't fade to the background. The result is an evening beer, equally at home among quiet conversation or at a table with friends.

ABV
6.8%
Bitterness
Very bitter64 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
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
maltycaramelfloral
malty
caramel
floral
citrusy
earthy
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with welcoming floral and citrus notes that dance over a foundation of caramel and pale malt sweetness.
also:clean
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Atlas IPA

◎ Appearance

Atlas IPA presents a bright golden-amber body with excellent clarity and vibrant light transmission. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing that speaks to proper carbonation and protein balance. Moderate carbonation produces a steady stream of fine bubbles that sustain throughout the tasting.

golden-amberclearpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with welcoming floral and citrus notes that dance over a foundation of caramel and pale malt sweetness. Earthy, herbal undertones emerge as the beer warms, adding subtle complexity without overwhelming the delicate balance. The hop character remains approachable and refined, inviting rather than aggressive.

floral and citruscaramel maltherbal earthbalanced

◐ Taste

Entry brings a satisfying malty richness from caramel and pale Malz that establishes immediate body and character. Mid-palate develops bitter and hoppy notes—citrus, floral, and earthy—that weave seamlessly through the malt without displacing it. The 64 IBU provides assertive bite while the 6.8% ABV keeps the beer clean and sessionable, never cloying or thin.

rich malt backbonecitrus-floral hopbalanced bitternessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish transitions smoothly from mid-palate into a crisp, drying aftertaste where earthy and herbal notes linger moderately. Bitterness persists without harshness, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip rather than fatigued.

crisp dryingmoderate lengthherbal fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
79
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

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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.

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