St-Ambroise IPA

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation throughout. A dense, creamy head forms and maintains good adhesion to the glass, leaving distinct lacing on each sip.

◌ Aroma

The nose is driven by assertive pine resin and candied grapefruit, with a peppery, herbal undercurrent from the English Golding variety lending complexity. These dry-hop aromatics sit atop a crisp, lightly toasted maltz foundation that remains restrained and supportive.

◐ Taste

The palate is bone-dry and structured, leading with citrus pith and a touch of toasted grain before the 56 IBU bitterness asserts itself cleanly across the mid-palate. The finish is firm and lingering, with no residual sweetness—only a sharp, resinous bite that persists well beyond the swallow.

◑ Finish

A long, dry finish with persistent herbal-resinous notes and a peppery spice that marks the aftertaste. The bitterness holds steady without harshness, leaving the palate clean and eager for the next sip.

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.