Very dry and assertively bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Say Hello To 1176
◎ Appearance
Say Hello To 1176 presents a luminous golden-amber hue that immediately conveys its hop-forward nature. A frothy white head forms generously and clings to the glass with evident persistence. The clarity is bright and inviting, with lively carbonation visible throughout the pour.
◌ Aroma
The nose bursts with assertive citrus peel—lemon and grapefruit zest dominate—layered beneath ripe tropical fruit notes of mango and passionfruit. A resinous pine character threads through the background, supported by a subtle herbal quality that speaks to the careful selection of American noble hops. The aromatic profile is bold without being aggressive, inviting immediate engagement.
◐ Taste
Entry brings a smooth, juicy hop presence balanced by a medium-bodied Malz foundation that prevents the bitterness from overwhelming. Mid-palate reveals waves of citrus and stone fruit, with the resinous character adding textural complexity and a gentle astringency. Bitterness remains measured at 60 IBU, providing structure without harshness, while the overall mouthfeel is clean and well-integrated.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering citrus zest that encourages the next sip without becoming fatiguing. A subtle piney aftertaste rounds out the experience, maintaining hop character through the final moments.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Say Hello To 1176
Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Say Hello To 1176
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, resinous character as Say Hello To 1176 will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.