Assertively bitter and dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
About Double IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Double 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 Double IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, fruity character as Road 2 Ruin will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Road 2 Ruin
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 Road 2 Ruin
◎ Appearance
Road 2 Ruin presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, lively carbonation visible throughout. The head forms densely and maintains strong lacing down the glass, indicating good protein content and fresh conditioning.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with assertive Pacific Northwest hop character—bright citrus and orange zest dominate, supported by piney, resinous notes that ground the profile. Underneath, a clean malt backbone provides subtle support without competing for attention.
◐ Taste
The palate opens crisp and hoppy, with immediate citrus and orange flavors layered over a lean malt sweetness that refuses to become cloying. The bitterness builds steadily through the mid-palate, arriving with dry, assertive bite that defines the double IPA character without harsh edges.
◑ Finish
A long, dry finish leaves lingering bitterness and hop-derived citrus notes on the palate. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, with moderate warmth from the 8% ABV adding subtle complexity without heat.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Road 2 Ruin
