Dawn of the Red
Pineapple and citrus burst out of this red IPA, followed by a subtle malty backbone and a smooth malt finish with a gentle bite of hops. Hops and malt stay in step, and bitterness is rated at 66 IBU. Dawn of the Red has been part of Ninkasi's year-round lineup since 2014.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Dawn of the Red
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
About Red IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Red 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 Red IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, tropical, malty character as Dawn of the Red will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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