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Störtebeker New England IPA

Störtebeker Braumanufaktur
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🌍 Germany · New England IPA · One of 44 New England IPAs in hopIQ

Störtebeker Braumanufaktur from Stralsund, Germany, brings a hazy golden-orange New England IPA that showcases a pillowy, cream-colored head. The nose bursts with juicy tropical fruit, citrus zest, and subtle stone fruit notes, while the palate delivers a soft, velvety mouthfeel with pronounced peachy and orange flavors balanced by restrained bitterness. The finish is clean and refreshingly dry, making this 6.8% ABV NEIPA a rewarding everyday pour without sacrificing the characteristic hazy character.

ABV
6.8%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Dry finish.

A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another New England IPA.
Hop character
juicy
citrusy
hoppy
tropical
orange
Distinctive notes
hazy
peach
Fermentation & yeast
fruityclean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Störtebeker New England IPA

Appearance

A hazy golden-orange body with excellent clarity for the style, crowned by a pillowy, cream-colored head that clings to the glass with persistent lacing. The haziness is deliberate and inviting, characteristic of New England IPA tradition. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, supporting the soft visual presentation.

hazy golden-orangepillowy headpersistent lacing

Aroma

The nose leads with juicy tropical fruit—mango and pineapple notes—layered with bright citrus zest and subtle stone fruit undertones. A soft peach character emerges on deeper inhalation, while the hop profile remains clean and aromatic without aggressive resin or herbal edges. Minimal malt or yeast-derived notes allow the hop character to dominate the sensory experience.

juicy tropical fruitcitrus zestsubtle stone fruitpeach

Taste

The palate opens soft and velvety, delivering pronounced peachy and orange flavors that carry through the mid-palate with a full, creamy mouthfeel. Bitterness is restrained at 45 IBU, acting as a gentle counterpoint rather than a dominant force, allowing the fruity hop profile to shine. The body feels substantial without heaviness, supported by the 6.8% ABV.

peach, orange forwardvelvety mouthfeelrestrained bitternesscreamy

Finish

The finish is clean and refreshingly dry, with lingering peachy and citrus notes that fade gracefully without astringency. The aftertaste remains bright and inviting, encouraging another sip.

clean, dryrefreshing fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
79
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Störtebeker New England IPA

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass
Recommended for this style

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 Störtebeker New England IPA

About New England IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a New England 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 New England IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hazy, juicy, fruity character as Störtebeker New England IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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