Assertively bitter and dry.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Mettle
◎ Appearance
Mettle presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head. The carbonation is lively without being aggressive, and the beer maintains good lacing as it settles in the glass.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit—pineapple, mango, and orange—layered beneath a pronounced dank hoppy character that grounds the aromatics. Resinous and herbal notes emerge beneath the fruit, creating a complex and inviting bouquet that evolves with each nosing.
◐ Taste
Orange and melon enter first on the palate, followed by lighter pineapple notes and a subtle white-pith bitterness that sharpens the mid-palate. The hoppy depth builds steadily without overwhelming the fruit character, and the finish remains clean and dry with a lingering citrus bite.
◑ Finish
The finish is sharp and moderately long, with lingering citrus and a gentle bitterness that fades gracefully. The aftertaste remains dry and refreshing, leaving no cloying sweetness.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Mettle
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.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Mettle
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, dank character as Mettle will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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