Assertively bitter and dry.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
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, clean character as OG IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other American IPAs in hopIQ
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of OG IPA
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.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for OG IPA
◎ Appearance
Pale golden-yellow with excellent clarity and bright, even carbonation throughout. A fine white head forms quickly and clings to the glass with steady lacing, indicating good protein and hop character.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus—ripe orange peel and grapefruit zest dominate, backed by a clean, grassy hop character from Citra, Centennial, and Comet varieties. Subtle malt undertones provide a light, grainy foundation without any oxidative or fruity esters.
◐ Taste
Entry is soft and approachable, with juicy citrus flavors expanding across the mid-palate—orange and grapefruit persist alongside a gentle, dry bitterness that builds gradually rather than immediately. The body remains light and crisp, with moderate hop bitterness balancing the restrained malt sweetness.
◑ Finish
Clean, dry finish with lingering grapefruit and herbal hop notes fading gracefully. The aftertaste remains refreshing and inviting, encouraging the next sip.
Food Pairing
What to eat with OG IPA