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DirtWolf

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Intense aromas and flavors of citrus and earth come from an aggressive dry-hopping with Citra, Simcoe, Mosaic and Chinook over Pilsner and pale crystal malt. This double IPA has 8.7% ABV and 85 IBU. The brewery describes the hops as a strong pack emerging from the woods, an untamed DIPA on the prowl, available year-round in cans and on draft.

ABV
8.7%
Bitterness
Very bitter85 IBU
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyearthy
hoppy
citrusy
earthy
resinous
piney
fruity
Aroma
The nose is immediately dominated by bright citrus—primarily grapefruit and orange zest—layered with herbaceous pine and earthy undertones from aggressive dry-hopping.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for DirtWolf

◎ Appearance

DirtWolf displays a golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. The head is dense and off-white, clinging to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated throughout the pour.

golden-ambercleardense headexcellent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose is immediately dominated by bright citrus—primarily grapefruit and orange zest—layered with herbaceous pine and earthy undertones from aggressive dry-hopping. A subtle resinous character emerges beneath, with hints of forest floor and green undergrowth. The Pilsner and pale crystal malt base adds gentle toasted grain in the background.

citrus-forwardpineyearthyresinousherbaceous

◐ Taste

The palate enters with bold, assertive bitterness balanced by juicy citrus character from the four-hop blend. Mid-palate develops pronounced resinous and piney notes with a mineral, earthy foundation that grounds the aggressive hopping. The malt provides modest sweetness and toasted grain, though it remains deliberately restrained to allow hop expression to dominate. Alcohol warmth becomes noticeable at 8.7% ABV but remains integrated.

bitterhoppycitrus-drivenpiney-resinousearthy foundation

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with bitterness persisting long into the aftertaste. Resinous, piney, and earthy notes fade slowly, leaving a clean, herb-tinged dryness on the palate.

drylong bitter finishlingering resin
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
85
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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 Double IPA

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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.

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