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RAW IPA

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RAW IPA is a super dank, super hazy 8.3% IPA that hits shattering notes of mango and pineapple thanks to Amarillo, Strata and Citra. It gets its name from being pasteurized but not boiled, which enhances haze and thickness. Opaque golden yellow, low in bitterness, brewed with 2-row, oat malt, flaked oats, acidulated malt and unmalted wheat. On draught.

ABV
8.3%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
danktropicalfruity
dank
tropical
fruity
hoppy
wheat
juicy
Aroma
The nose is immediately dominated by dank, resinous hop character from Amarillo, Strata, and Citra, layered with bright tropical fruit—pronounced mango and pineapple notes rise prominently.
also:citrusy
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for RAW IPA

◎ Appearance

RAW IPA presents an opaque golden-yellow body with pronounced haze throughout, characteristic of the style's unboiled pasteurization method. The head is substantial and persistent, with fine retention and distinct lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation appears gentle, contributing to the beer's creamy visual texture.

opaque golden-yellowthick hazepersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is immediately dominated by dank, resinous hop character from Amarillo, Strata, and Citra, layered with bright tropical fruit—pronounced mango and pineapple notes rise prominently. Beneath the assertive hop profile, soft grain impressions emerge from the oat malt and wheat components, adding subtle sweetness without overshadowing the aromatic intensity.

dank resinmango, pineappletropical fruit

◐ Taste

The palate enters with juicy, fruit-forward character that complements rather than battles the modest 50 IBU bitterness. Mid-palate development reveals creamy textural notes from the flaked oats and wheat, with citrus and tropical fruit maintaining presence through the center. Bitterness remains restrained and balanced, allowing the malt sweetness and hoppy fruitiness to define the drinking experience.

juicy tropicalcreamy grainrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with tropical hop character lingering alongside subtle wheat and oat impressions. A mild bitter edge fades quickly, leaving behind refreshing fruit notes that invite another sip.

clean, drylingering tropical
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
78
Serve at 8–11°C

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

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.

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About Hazy IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Hazy 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.

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