Dry and assertively bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
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Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Pilot IPA
◎ Appearance
Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, sustained white head. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, leaving fine lacing that clings to the glass as you drink.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—pink grapefruit and pineapple from the dry-hop blend of Talus, Bru-1 and Citra. A resinous pine character runs beneath, anchored by a clean, subtle malted grain base with gentle oat and wheat notes.
◐ Taste
The palate opens juicy and tropical, with the citrus and stone fruit character from the hops taking center stage. A moderate, balanced bitterness—60 IBU—develops across the mid-palate without overwhelming the fruit; the malted oats and wheat provide a soft, dry structure that keeps the beer crisp and refreshing.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and clean, with lingering resinous pine and grapefruit notes fading gradually. No harshness or astringency; the moderate alcohol leaves the beer light and quaffable.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Pilot 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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Pilot IPA
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, resinous character as Pilot IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other American IPAs in hopIQ