Assertively bitter and very dry.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for SOMA DIPA
◎ Appearance
Pale golden color with excellent clarity and bright, vibrant hue. A dense, creamy white head forms readily and maintains robust lacing throughout the glass. The beer displays lively carbonation with fine bubbles rising steadily.
◌ Aroma
Assertive hop-forward nose with pronounced tropical fruit notes — mango and passion fruit dominate the initial impression. Bright citrus character follows, with hints of grapefruit zest and orange peel. Underlying resinous and piney undertones add complexity and depth to the bouquet.
◐ Taste
Full-bodied entry with smooth malt backbone that balances the aggressive hop character. Mid-palate reveals layered tropical and citrus flavors, with pronounced bitterness that builds steadily without harshness. The resinous quality provides a dry, gripping sensation across the palate.
◑ Finish
Long, satisfying finish dominated by lingering resinous and piney notes. Bitterness persists pleasantly, fading gradually into a dry, clean aftertaste with subtle orange character.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of SOMA DIPA
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.
Food Pairing
What to eat with SOMA DIPA
About Double IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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.
Finding a similar Double IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, hoppy, resinous character as SOMA DIPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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