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Total Domination IPA

Ninkasi Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · American IPA · One of 386 American IPAs in hopIQ

Ninkasi's flagship since day one — multiple hops collide for a citrusy, floral aroma with a biscuity malt backbone. Grapefruit and lemon carry through the finish in a beer built for the long haul.

ABV
6.7%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Bone-dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Sharp bitter finish.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Very dry and assertively bitter.

A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American IPA.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
orange
Malt character
bready
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Total Domination IPA

Appearance

Total Domination presents a golden amber hue with excellent clarity and bright light transmission. A dense white head forms readily and clings to the glass with persistent lacing as the beer is consumed. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating fine bubbles that sustain the foam structure throughout.

golden ambercleartight white headpersistent lacing

Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced citrus notes—bright grapefruit and lemon zest—layered with delicate floral undertones that suggest noble hop character. A soft, biscuity malt backbone emerges beneath, providing sweetness without overshadowing the hop aromatics. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with no harsh alcohol or oxidative notes.

citrus-forwardgrapefruit and lemonfloral, noble hopsbiscuity malt

Taste

Entry is crisp and hoppy, with grapefruit and orange flavors taking the lead on the palate. The biscuity malt foundation provides structure and mild sweetness through the mid-palate, balancing the herbal and citrus bitterness that develops. Bitterness is assertive but not aggressive, resolving cleanly without astringency or harshness.

hoppycitrus-drivenclean bitternessbready malt base

Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with citrus and subtle orange notes persisting on the palate. Bitterness fades gradually, leaving a refreshing, slightly herbal aftertaste that invites another sip.

dry finishcitrus persistencerefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Total Domination 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 Total Domination IPA

About American IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American 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 American IPA

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, floral character as Total Domination IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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