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Total Domination IPA

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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
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyfloral
hoppy
citrusy
floral
bready
orange
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced citrus notes—bright grapefruit and lemon zest—layered with delicate floral undertones that suggest noble hop character.
also:fruity,malty
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

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
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 American IPA

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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.

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