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Limfjords Baltic IPA

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Almost black with a nut-brown head, this dark ale pairs a lightly roasted edge from dark malts with hop aromas of berries and tropical fruit from Chinook, Amarillo and Mosaic. It finishes long and is surprisingly easy to drink. Brewed as a Cascadian Dark Ale, also known as Black IPA, its bitterness is that of a traditional American IPA, while the dark malts recall stout and porter.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter55 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
dark30
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
tropicalhoppyberry
tropical
hoppy
berry
roasted
malty
nutty
Aroma
The nose opens with lightly roasted notes from dark malts, followed by a layered hop profile of ripe berries and tropical stone fruit.
also:citrusy
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Limfjords Baltic IPA

◎ Appearance

Nearly opaque with a deep brown-black body, this ale presents a nut-brown head of fine, persistent foam. The carbonation sits at a moderate level, supporting steady lacing down the glass as you drink. The overall impression is dense and inviting, with clarity visible only at the edges when held to bright light.

deep brown-blackpersistent headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with lightly roasted notes from dark malts, followed by a layered hop profile of ripe berries and tropical stone fruit. Chinook, Amarillo, and Mosaic contribute a mix of berry tartness and pineapple-like fruitiness. Beneath lies a subtle nuttiness that grounds the brighter citrus and floral top notes.

roasted maltberries and tropical fruitnutty undertonecitrus

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and well-integrated, with roasted malt character meeting assertive hop bitterness immediately on the palate. The mid-palate develops berry and tropical fruit flavors while maintaining the lightly charred, toasted quality throughout. Bitterness sits firm at 55 IBU without becoming sharp, balanced against a malty sweetness that prevents harshness.

bitter and hoppyberry, tropicalroasted edgesmooth palate

◑ Finish

The finish extends long and clean, with roasted notes lingering alongside residual hop bitterness and a whisper of nut. Despite its dark character and assertive bitterness, the beer drinks with surprising ease and drinkability.

long, clean finishlingering roast
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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 Black IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Black 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 Black IPA

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