Dry finish.
A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for True Colors
◎ Appearance
True Colors presents a dense, opaque golden-orange hue characteristic of the New England IPA style. A pillowy white head crowns the pour, displaying excellent retention and fine lacing that clings to the glass. The unfiltered, hazy character is pronounced and inviting, with suspended yeast contributing to the beer's signature murky brilliance.
◌ Aroma
The nose bursts with vibrant tropical and citrus aromatics that lead with ripe mango, tangerine, and fresh pineapple. Beneath the bold fruit character lies a soft, doughy malt base that grounds the composition without competing. The overall aromatic profile is bright and juicy, with no sharp or metallic notes—instead, the Edelhopfen presence speaks in rounded, fruit-forward tones.
◐ Taste
The palate enters lush and full-bodied, with a creamy mouthfeel that immediately signals the style's hallmark texture. Bright fruit flavors dominate the mid-palate—citrus and stone fruit notes dance across the tongue—while a restrained, gentle bitterness remains in the background, never dominating. The 45 IBU integration is masterful: enough definition to frame the hops, but soft enough to let the juicy character sing.
◑ Finish
The finish is smooth and relatively dry, shedding residual sweetness while leaving a pleasant, lingering citrus warmth. This clean resolution invites the next sip without fatigue, balancing the beer's richness with a refreshing denouement.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of True Colors
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 True Colors
About New England IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a New England 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 New England IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, hoppy, hazy character as True Colors will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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