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Royal Fresh

Deschutes Brewery
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🌍 United States · Double IPA · One of 96 Double IPAs in hopIQ

The regal upgrade of Fresh Squeezed — same citrus-heavy hop philosophy, dialed to 9% and layered with more Citra and Mosaic than a beer this drinkable has a right to be. Big peach, mandarin, and grapefruit aromatics, a firm malt base and a lingering dry finish. Deschutes' answer to what a proper Northwestern DIPA can taste like.

ABV
9%
Bitterness
Very bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Assertively bitter and very dry.

A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Double IPA.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
orange
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
Distinctive notes
peach
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Royal Fresh

Appearance

Royal Fresh presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting character. The head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass, leaving distinct lacing. Carbonation is assertive and well-integrated, supporting the beer's vibrant visual presence.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent headbright carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads with intense citrus—mandarin, grapefruit, and bright peach lift immediately from the glass. Citra and Mosaic hops deliver layered aromatics that feel fresh and substantial without becoming perfumy. A soft, clean malt foundation sits beneath, allowing the fruited hops to dominate without obscuring the beer's structure.

mandarin, peach, grapefruitCitra, Mosaic charactercitrus-forwardclean malt base

Taste

The palate enters with ripe stone fruit and citrus zest, followed by a firm, slightly sweet malt backbone that anchors the hop intensity. Mid-palate bittersweetness develops as resinous, herbal notes balance the fruit; the 80 IBUs assert themselves without harshness, creating a measured bitterness that complements rather than dominates. The body carries good weight for a 9% beer, delivering fullness alongside surprising drinkability.

peach, citrus zestbalanced malt sweetnessfirm bittersweetnessfull-bodied, approachable

Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with citrus pith and resin persisting on the palate. Bitterness fades gradually, leaving behind a clean, slightly herbal aftertaste that invites the next sip.

dry, lingeringherbal resin fade
85
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
86
Appearance
84
Finish
82
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Royal Fresh

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

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 Royal Fresh

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, peach character as Royal Fresh will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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