Assertively bitter and very dry.
The grain stays in the background so every note the beer offers can come from the hops.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for What a Shot
◎ Appearance
Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head forms densely and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is lively and sustained throughout the glass.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by assertive noble hop character with distinct citrus and pine notes. Underlying pale malt provides a light, clean foundation without sweetness. The hop profile is fresh and aromatic, with no sulfur or vegetal notes.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with crisp malt sweetness that immediately gives way to pronounced hop bitterness. Mid-palate showcases citrus and resinous pine flavors balanced against a lean, dry grain body. The bitterness is clean and well-integrated, never harsh or medicinal.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and snappy, with bitterness fading quickly to leave a clean aftertaste. No lingering sweetness or astringency; the beer concludes crisp and refreshing.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of What a Shot
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 What a Shot
About West Coast IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a West Coast 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 West Coast IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, bitter, dry character as What a Shot will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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