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Vigilante IPA

Bridger Brewing
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🌍 United States · American IPA · One of 290 American IPAs in hopIQ

Bridger's flagship West Coast IPA, named for the vigilante justice era of early Bozeman. Bold pine and grapefruit from Centennial and Chinook hops. Firm bitterness with a clean, dry finish. A genuine West Coast IPA from the shadow of the Bridger Mountains.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

hoppy
87%
bitter
63%
clean finish
55%
citrus
55%
dry
50%
crisp
50%
pine
45%
medium-bodied
45%
grapefruit
38%
resin
30%
tropical
25%
floral
25%
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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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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Vigilante IPA

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°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.

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