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N7 IPA

Hammerton Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · American IPA · One of 388 American IPAs in hopIQ

Hammerton's flagship IPA — named after the N7 postcode of Islington. Bold, hoppy, and aromatic with citrus and tropical character. The beer that revived the Hammerton name in North London after 55 years.

ABV
6.8%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Dry and assertively bitter.

A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American IPA.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
tropical
floral
orange
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for N7 IPA

Appearance

Bright golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and a dense, persistent white head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. Effervescence is brisk and visible, with steady carbonation throughout the pour. The beer presents a clean, inviting visual profile characteristic of a well-executed American IPA.

golden-amberclear, dense headfine lacingbrisk carbonation

Aroma

The nose is intensely hoppy with dominant citrus notes—particularly grapefruit zest and orange pith—layered beneath tropical fruit impressions of mango and passionfruit. A subtle floral character emerges on further inspection, balanced by clean, crisp malt undertones that provide foundation without dominating. The overall aromatic profile is fresh and vibrant, with no solvent or harsh edges.

citrus zest, grapefruittropical fruit notesfloral hop characterclean malt base

Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and bitter hop flavors that build steadily through the mid-palate. Tropical fruitiness follows, adding depth and roundness without overwhelming the dry, bitter framework. The 60 IBU bitterness is present and assertive but not harsh, finishing with a clean, crisp sensation that invites another sip. Residual sweetness remains minimal.

hoppy, assertive bitternesscitrus and tropical fruitdry finishclean palate

Finish

The finish is brisk and refreshing, with lingering citrus and hop bitterness that fades gradually over several seconds. A dry, crisp aftertaste persists without any astringency or heavy residue.

dry, refreshinglingering citrus bitterness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of N7 IPA

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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 Pairing

What to eat with N7 IPA

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, fruity character as N7 IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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