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Mean Sardine Red IPA

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🌍 Portugal · Red IPA · One of 1 Red IPAs in hopIQ

One of Portugal's most celebrated craft beers. A bold Red IPA combining assertive American hop bitterness with rich caramel malt — citrus and pine on the nose, with a satisfying bitter-sweet finish.

ABV
6.5%
IBU
55
SRM
14 — amber
14

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

bitter
75%
hoppy
75%
medium-bodied
63%
citrus
63%
pine
50%
caramel
50%
malty
50%
dry
38%
clean finish
25%
grapefruit
25%
crimson grain sweetness
13%

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About Red IPA

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What is a Red 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 Red IPA

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Mean Sardine Red IPA

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°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 Pairings

What to eat with Mean Sardine Red IPA

WHERE TO BUY

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