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 Sierra Nevada Torpedo 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 Sierra Nevada Torpedo IPA
◎ Appearance
Pours a brilliant golden amber with excellent clarity and a persistent white head. The carbonation is crisp and lively, creating fine bubbles that maintain good retention throughout the drinking experience.
◌ Aroma
Intensely aromatic with explosive hop character from the signature torpedo dry-hopping technique. Resinous pine and fresh citrus dominate, with subtle floral notes and hints of grapefruit zest creating a complex, inviting bouquet.
◐ Taste
Enters with bold hop bitterness and assertive citrus flavors that immediately coat the palate. The mid-palate balances crisp, clean malt character with persistent pine resin and grapefruit notes, maintaining excellent drinkability despite the 65 IBU punch.
◑ Finish
Finishes clean and dry with lingering grapefruit and pine hop character. The bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a refreshing, hop-forward aftertaste that invites another sip.
Food Pairing
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