Very dry and assertively bitter.
A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for West Sixth IPA
◎ Appearance
Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality typical of the style. A dense white head forms on the pour with good retention and stable lacing down the glass. Carbonation is crisp and visibly active throughout.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes from the Cascade and Centennial hops, offering orange zest and grapefruit character. Underneath sits a clean, herbaceous pine resin quality with subtle floral undertones. The Malz backbone remains restrained, allowing the hop-forward profile to dominate without becoming harsh.
◐ Taste
Entry is crisp and clean with immediate hop-driven bitterness balanced by a pale Malz sweetness. The mid-palate develops layered citrus and resinous pine flavors with a slightly bready malt character that provides structure without heaviness. Bitterness builds steadily through the middle and holds firm through to the finish.
◑ Finish
Dry finish with lingering resinous bitterness and a fading citrus note. The aftertaste remains crisp and clean without astringency, inviting another sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of West Sixth IPA
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 West Sixth IPA
About American IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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.
Finding a similar American IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, resinous character as West Sixth IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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