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SHIPA Mosaic

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An IPA built around Mosaic hops and carrying a bitter edge. Naeckte Brouwers brews SHIPA in more than one hop version: the Mosaic edition runs at 6.0 %, a Citra edition at 6.8 %. Brewed in Amstelveen, where the brewery has run its own plant since 2013 and likes its classic styles with a contemporary twist.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycleantropical
hoppy
clean
tropical
citrusy
Aroma
The Mosaic hop variety takes center stage with pronounced tropical and citrus notes—pineapple, grapefruit zest, and hints of stone fruit.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for SHIPA Mosaic

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent transparency and bright clarity. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with persistent Schaumkleiden, indicating good carbonation and malt structure. A clean, inviting pour that reflects the brewery's contemporary approach to a classic style.

pale goldenbright and clearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The Mosaic hop variety takes center stage with pronounced tropical and citrus notes—pineapple, grapefruit zest, and hints of stone fruit. A restrained but clean malt backbone provides subtle support without sweetness. The nose is crisp and forward, with no yeast-derived funk, allowing the noble hop character to dominate.

tropical fruitcitrus zestclean hop-forward

◐ Taste

Mosaic hops deliver a full, juicy mid-palate with tropical fruit and bright citrus notes that remain prominent throughout. The bitterness arrives as a sharp, well-integrated edge rather than a harsh bite, building gradually and finishing dry. The 6% ABV keeps the beer light and refreshing, while a lean malt presence ensures the hops remain the focal point.

juicy tropicalclean bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

A crisp, moderately long fade with lingering citrus and hop bitterness on the palate. No astringency or harshness—just a clean, dry departure that invites the next sip.

lingering bitternesscrisp and dry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
78
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

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

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.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About IPA

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What is a 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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