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Beach Break

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Pineapple and citrus notes define this double IPA, brewed with Idaho 7 and Mosaic hops and landing at 7.5% ABV. It is a limited Ocean Series release, available from February through May. Montauk Brewing calls its home New York's easternmost brewery. The brewery says it packs a little punch and delivers a perfect wave of flavor.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
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
citrusytropicalfruity
citrusy
tropical
fruity
hoppy
resinous
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant pineapple and grapefruit notes from the Idaho 7 and Mosaic hops, supported by a subtle stone-fruit undertone.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Beach Break

◎ Appearance

Beach Break presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is crisp and well-integrated, creating a lively visual impression. The color suggests a careful balance between the pale base malt and restrained crystal character.

golden, clearfine persistent headbright and lively

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant pineapple and grapefruit notes from the Idaho 7 and Mosaic hops, supported by a subtle stone-fruit undertone. Citrus zest and a light tropical character dominate the mid-range, while a gentle resinous edge emerges on closer inspection. The malt foundation remains restrained, allowing the hop aromatics to take full precedence.

pineapple, grapefruittropical stone fruitresinous edge

◐ Taste

The palate opens with clean citrus brightness and immediate tropical fruit flavors that persist through the mid-palate. Moderate bitterness builds gradually, contributing a dry, resinous character without overwhelming the fruit-forward profile. The malt provides a light, clean backbone that supports rather than competes with the hop-driven flavor.

citrus-forwardtropical fruitbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and notably dry, with lingering citrus and a subtle herbal-resinous fade. The bitterness recedes gracefully, leaving a refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip.

dry, citrus fademedium-length finish
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
78
Finish
76
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 Double IPA

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What is a Double 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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