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Quilmes IPA

Cerveza Quilmes
Argentina·IPA
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Quilmes IPA was introduced in 2023, first in Buenos Aires and then across Argentina. It is brewed from malt alone, golden with copper tints, bright and with a lasting head, and hopped with three varieties grown in Argentina. Herbal hop aromas lead, backed by cereal and malt, with a light citrus character alongside. Body and alcohol are medium, and the bitterness stays gentle and restrained, a deliberately mild reading of the style.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter23 IBU
Citrus hop 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
herbalmaltyhoppy
herbal
malty
hoppy
citrusy
clean
tropical
Aroma
Herbal hop character dominates the nose, showcasing the three Argentine hop varieties with green, grassy notes.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Quilmes IPA

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with copper tints catches the light beautifully, presenting excellent clarity and transparency. The beer displays a lasting white head that persists throughout the tasting, indicating proper carbonation and fresh brewing technique.

goldencopper tintsbrightlasting head

◌ Aroma

Herbal hop character dominates the nose, showcasing the three Argentine hop varieties with green, grassy notes. Supporting the hops are pleasant cereal and malt undertones, with subtle citrus and light tropical fruit notes emerging on closer inspection—a well-balanced bouquet that respects the IPA tradition without overwhelming.

herbal hopscereal maltcitrustropical fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with gentle herbal and malty flavors, maintaining a light to medium body that feels approachable and refreshing. Mild citrus notes complement the soft bitterness (23 IBU), which remains restrained and elegant rather than aggressive, making this a distinctly drinkable interpretation of the IPA style.

herbalmaltygently bittercitrusy

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp, with the herbal bitterness fading gracefully without overstaying its welcome. A dry, refreshing aftertaste lingers briefly, inviting another sip and reinforcing the beer's approachability.

cleandrycrisp
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
82
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

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.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a 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 IPA

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