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Pilot IPA

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🌍 United Kingdom · American IPA · One of 279 American IPAs in hopIQ

Pilot's hop-forward IPA — tropical and citrusy with clean bitterness. Part of a range that covers everything from IPAs to lagers and sours. Brewed with focus on quality and sustainability that defines Pilot's reputation in Edinburgh.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

hoppy
100%
refreshing
63%
citrus
63%
crisp
55%
pine
50%
clean finish
50%
bitter
45%
medium-bodied
38%
grain
30%
hop bitterness
25%
tropical
25%
floral
25%
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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

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Pilot IPA

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°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.

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