Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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About American IPA
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What is a American 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 Septem 8th Day 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 Septem 8th Day IPA
◎ Appearance
Septem 8th Day IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a moderate white head that dissipates at a measured pace. The beer displays vibrant carbonation with fine, persistent bubbles that maintain good retention throughout the glass.
◌ Aroma
The nose is immediately dominated by classic American hop character featuring prominent citrus and grapefruit notes layered with fresh pine and herbal undertones. A subtle floral complexity emerges on deeper inspection, while the clean malt base provides a restrained sweetness that balances the assertive hop aromatics without interference.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with bright citrus and tropical fruit flavors that showcase quality American hop selection, transitioning through a slightly spicy, herbal mid-palate with persistent pine notes. The 60 IBU bitterness builds progressively without overwhelming the clean malt foundation, delivering a well-proportioned bitter finish with excellent balance.
◑ Finish
The finish is crisp and dry with lingering pine and grapefruit notes that fade cleanly without astringency. The aftertaste remains refreshing and hop-driven, leaving a pleasant bitter impression that encourages another sip.
Food Pairing
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