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Royal Fresh

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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
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusypeach
hoppy
citrusy
peach
fruity
malty
orange
Aroma
The nose leads with intense citrus—mandarin, grapefruit, and bright peach lift immediately from the glass.
also:clean
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

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
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 Double IPA

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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.

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