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British IPA

Quidi Vidi Brewing Company
Canada·English IPA
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Brewed to the older English pattern rather than the American one, pouring deep copper. Traditional European hops give a floral, lightly herbal aroma over a rich caramel malt backbone. The malt stays sweet and bready through the middle, and the bitterness is firm but measured, trimming the sweetness instead of overriding it. The finish is clean and moderately dry, the hop character sitting alongside the malt rather than above it.

ABV
5.7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter40 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralcleancaramel
floral
clean
caramel
bready
herbal
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with classic floral and herbal notes from traditional European noble hops, creating an inviting and restrained aromatic profile.
also:noble hop,hoppy
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for British IPA

◎ Appearance

Pours a deep copper hue with excellent clarity and a dense, persistent head. The foam exhibits fine retention and clings to the glass in delicate lacing as you drink. Carbonation is visible and lively throughout.

deep copperclearfine lacingdense head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with classic floral and herbal notes from traditional European noble hops, creating an inviting and restrained aromatic profile. Beneath the hop character lies a rich caramel malt sweetness that anchors the bouquet without overwhelming it. The overall impression is one of balance and refinement rather than assertiveness.

floral hopsherbalcaramel maltnoble-hop character

◐ Taste

The palate enters with sweet, bready malt character that remains present throughout the mid-palate, providing body and warmth at 5.7% ABV. A firm, measured bitterness develops cleanly without aggression, trimming the malt sweetness rather than dominating it. The hop character sits alongside the malt backbone as equal partners rather than taking center stage.

sweet maltbreadymeasured bitternessbalanced

◑ Finish

The finish emerges clean and moderately dry, with the malt and hop character resolving into a harmonious aftertaste. Length is moderate, leaving the palate refreshed without lingering harshness.

clean finishdrymoderate length
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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About English IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a English 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.

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