Assertively bitter and very dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Stay West
◎ Appearance
Pale golden with excellent clarity and bright, clean presentation. The head is fine and persistent, laying down crisp Schaumkleiden along the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating steady effervescence.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced dank resin and pine, backed by Simcoe and Chinook character. Tropical stone fruit emerges clearly—mango and apricot lead, with grapefruit zest cutting through. A subtle floral undertone rounds the bouquet without overwhelming the resinous core.
◐ Taste
Entry is clean and hoppy, with the malt backbone providing measured sweetness before firm bitterness takes hold. Mid-palate expands into layers of mango, pineapple, and orange with persistent resin and pine notes. The 63 IBU bitterness is assertive but balanced, never harsh, resolving into a dry, refreshing finish.
◑ Finish
The aftertaste is clean and lingering, with grapefruit pith and pine resin extending the experience. A pleasant dryness persists without astringency, inviting the next sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Stay West
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 Stay West
About West Coast IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a West Coast 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 West Coast IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same resinous, dank, tropical character as Stay West will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other West Coast IPAs in hopIQ