Dry finish.
A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.
About New England IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a New England 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 New England IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, hoppy, hazy character as Rhode Trip will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other New England IPAs in hopIQ
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Rhode Trip
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Rhode Trip
◎ Appearance
Rhode Trip presents a hazy, golden-blonde pour with substantial turbidity from suspended yeast and hop material. A thick, creamy head builds quickly and clings persistently to the glass in fine lacing. Bright carbonation dances through the body, lending visual liveliness to its distinctly unfiltered character.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with bold tropical fruit — pineapple and passion fruit dominate, supported by clean citrus zest and a subtle undertone of pitch pine resin. A soft, grainy maltiness anchors the profile without competing, while fermentation clarity keeps the overall impression crisp and inviting rather than yeasty or phenolic.
◐ Taste
The palate entry is juicy and full-bodied despite the moderate 6.8% ABV, with tropical and citrus flavors unfolding across the mid-palate in waves. A measured bitterness of 45 IBU arrives mid-sip without harshness, balancing the fruit sweetness and allowing a subtle resinous pine note to emerge. Soft, well-rounded malt provides foundation without drying the finish.
◑ Finish
The finish is crisp and moderately dry, with residual tropical fruit sweetness fading to a clean, piney aftertaste. The beer refreshes rather than lingers, inviting another sip.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Rhode Trip