Abrasive
Abrasive is Surly's legendary double IPA, Minnesota's first, and a nod to the abrasives factory where the brewery began. A massive dose of Citra launches it into the hophead stratosphere, with Warrior for bittering. Hazy gold at 9.2% ABV, brewed at 19.5 degrees Plato with 2-row, Golden Naked Oats and flaked oats. The brewery tags it Aggressive, Fruity and Bold.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Abrasive
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.
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 hoppy, fruity, citrusy character as Abrasive will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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