Assertively bitter and dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Proper Job IPA
◎ Appearance
Proper Job displays a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and good carbonation visible throughout. A substantial white head forms and holds well, providing an inviting visual presentation typical of well-crafted IPAs.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus and tropical fruit notes, dominated by grapefruit and orange peel from the Cascade and Centennial hops. Underlying pine and floral character provide complexity, with subtle grain notes that support the overall hop-forward aromatics.
◐ Taste
The palate opens crisp and refreshing with pronounced hop bitterness balanced by clean malt backbone. Mid-palate reveals citrus and orange peel flavors with a medium body that feels light and drinkable. The finish is defined by a robust, dry bitterness from the Chinook hops.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and dry with lingering hop bitterness that fades gradually. A pleasant resinous aftertaste remains, inviting another sip without overwhelming the palate.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Proper Job 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 Proper Job 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 Proper Job IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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