Very dry and assertively bitter.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Monday Night Slap Fight
◎ Appearance
Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, translucent character. Dense, creamy head forms on the pour and maintains steady retention, leaving clean Schaumkleiden down the glass. Effervescence is crisp and well-integrated, giving the beer an inviting, lively presentation.
◌ Aroma
Citrus and tropical fruit aromas dominate the nose, with pronounced notes of orange zest and fresh grapefruit jumping forward immediately. A floral hop character emerges beneath, coupled with subtle piney undertones that ground the composition. Light, clean Malz backbone supports without overshadowing the hop-driven profile.
◐ Taste
Entry is bright and hoppy with immediate citrus and stone fruit notes that coat the palate decisively. The mid-palate maintains hop intensity while revealing layers of orange blossom and subtle tropical nuance, balanced by a measured, dry Malz foundation. Bitterness is present and honest without aggression, finishing clean and crisp.
◑ Finish
The finish is notably dry and snappy, with lingering citrus and hop bitterness that encourages another sip. Aftertaste remains refreshing and sessionable, fading to a clean, resinous memory without astringency.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Monday Night Slap Fight
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
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 Monday Night Slap Fight
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, bitter character as Monday Night Slap Fight will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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