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Badankadank

Nene Valley Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · Double IPA · One of 96 Double IPAs in hopIQ

A West Coast-inspired double IPA that leads with a piney, bitter hit—the signature American hop character comes through sharp and resinous. Beneath that assertive top note sits a chewy malt base that gives the beer body and substance, holding the aggression in check. The finish stays juicy and resinous, lingering with that same hoppy intensity but softened by the malt's chewiness into something almost drinkable. At 8%, it has enough alcohol to warm the throat on the way down. Vegan and gluten-free.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Assertively bitter and dry.

The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Double IPA.
Hop character
hoppy
piney
juicy
resinous
citrusy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Badankadank

Appearance

Pale golden hue with good clarity and a white head that holds firm across the glass. The carbonation is lively, releasing a steady stream of fine bubbles that maintain consistent lacing on the walls. The body sits visibly full, suggesting the substantial malt base beneath the surface.

pale goldenclearpersistent headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose leads with aggressive pine and resin from the American hop bill, cutting sharp and clean. Beneath that assertive top note lie subtle hints of citrus and stone fruit that emerge on closer inspection. A light breadiness from the malt base sits underneath, grounding the hoppy intensity without competing.

pineyresinouscitrus undertonesherbal

Taste

The palate opens with a strong, resinous bitterness that commands attention, then reveals the chewy malt body working to soften the aggression. Mid-palate shows juicy hop character with subtle citrus and fruit notes, while the backbone of toasted grain keeps the beer balanced and drinkable. The alcohol warmth (8% ABV) surfaces gently on the swallow, adding texture without harshness.

bitterjuicy hopschewy bodyfull-bodiedwarming alcohol

Finish

The finish lingers with persistent resinous and piney notes, slowly fading into the malt's soft sweetness. A gentle alcohol warmth trails through, leaving the palate dry and ready for the next sip.

resinous aftertastelongdry
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Badankadank

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 Badankadank

About Double IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Double IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, piney, bitter character as Badankadank will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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