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Stewart's Session IPA

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Bold hops carry vibrant tropical and citrus fruit through aroma and flavour, yet the beer stays light and crisp. The brewery describes a session IPA as a lower-alcohol take on the classic, typically around 3 to 4.5 % ABV, light enough for a longer drinking session. This one sits at 4.1 % ABV and 25 IBU.

ABV
4.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppytropicalcitrusy
hoppy
tropical
citrusy
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant noble hop character, delivering prominent tropical stone fruit and bright citrus notes—primarily grapefruit and orange zest.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Stewart's Session IPA

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing down the glass. The beer displays lively carbonation throughout, with a steady stream of bubbles rising from the bottom. Light transmission and bright presentation are characteristic of the Session IPA style.

pale goldenclearfine head lacingbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant noble hop character, delivering prominent tropical stone fruit and bright citrus notes—primarily grapefruit and orange zest. Beneath the hops, a clean malt foundation provides subtle grain sweetness without heavy breadiness. The aromatic profile remains crisp and lifted, with no harsh alcohol vapors despite the moderate ABV.

tropical fruitcitrus zestnoble hopsclean grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens with immediate hop-driven citrus and passionfruit intensity, followed by a light, dry malt backbone that avoids heaviness. Moderate bitterness arrives in the mid-palate at a restrained 25 IBU, providing structure without overwhelming the delicate balance. The finish is crisp and clean, with lingering citrus notes that emphasize the beer's refreshing character.

hoppycitrus forwardlight bodycrisp finish

◑ Finish

Dry and snappy with a medium-short finish that fades smoothly without astringency. The lingering aftertaste carries subtle tropical fruit and a whisper of herbal bitterness, inviting another sip.

dryherbal fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
80
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About Session IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Session 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 Session IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, light, tropical character as Stewart's Session IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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