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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
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppypineyresinous
hoppy
piney
resinous
juicy
malty
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with aggressive pine and resin from the American hop bill, cutting sharp and clean.
also:citrusy
not found:floral,caramel,clean,smoky

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
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.

Finding a similar Double IPA

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