Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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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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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Second Fiddle Double IPA
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 Second Fiddle Double IPA
◎ Appearance
Second Fiddle presents a bright pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a vibrant white head that demonstrates strong retention. The carbonation is crisp and effervescent, creating an inviting visual presentation characteristic of well-crafted Double IPAs.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by assertive hop character with prominent citrus and tropical fruit notes that leap from the glass. Fresh pine and resinous undertones provide an earthy complexity, while the dry-hop treatment ensures an intensely aromatic profile that announces this beer's bold intentions.
◐ Taste
The palate delivers a substantial hop-forward attack with grapefruit and citrus taking the lead, followed by tropical fruit character that develops mid-palate. A firm, resinous bitterness (80 IBU) provides excellent balance without overwhelming, while the medium body supports the complexity without heaviness.
◑ Finish
The finish is decidedly dry and clean, with lingering pine and resin notes that fade gracefully. The bitterness persists pleasantly without harshness, leaving a refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip.
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