hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

Volt

Tap to rate

Tropical, citrus, floral and pine notes all show up in this aromatic American IPA, built on American hops and finishing crisp and refreshing. At 4.2% ABV it is one of the most aromatic brews at Woodforde's, and the idea is in the name: a beer made to charge your glass. Brewed in Norfolk with water, malted barley, hops and yeast, and vegan.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalcitrusyfloral
tropical
citrusy
floral
piney
hoppy
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by tropical fruit and citrus notes—pineapple, grapefruit, and orange zest—layered with delicate floral undertones and subtle pine resin from the American hop bill.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Volt

◎ Appearance

Volt presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with good retention. The carbonation is lively and evident throughout the pour, creating a vibrant visual presentation typical of a well-crafted American IPA.

pale goldenclearfine lacingbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by tropical fruit and citrus notes—pineapple, grapefruit, and orange zest—layered with delicate floral undertones and subtle pine resin from the American hop bill. Beneath the aromatic hops, a clean malt backbone provides gentle support without dominating the profile, allowing the hop character to shine.

tropical fruitcitrus zestfloralpine resin

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with bright citrus and tropical notes taking the lead, followed by a moderate bittering that is clean and well-balanced rather than harsh. The malt provides just enough sweetness to frame the hops, while the finish remains dry and snappy, with no lingering harshness despite the 60 IBU rating.

citrus-forwardmoderate bitternesscrispdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium in length, leaving behind a clean, hoppy aftertaste with lingering citrus and pine notes. The refreshing quality makes this beer inviting for another sip rather than fatiguing.

cleanhoppy faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
74
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.

+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Food Pairing

What to eat with Volt

More from Woodforde's Brewery

Admiral's Reserve
Admiral's Reserve
Strong Ale
5%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Albion
Albion
Milk Stout
4.2%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Bure Gold
Bure Gold
Golden Ale
4%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Conquest Pilsner
Conquest Pilsner
German Pilsner
4.5%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Hazy IPA
Hazy IPA
Hazy IPA
4.5%·Strongly bitter
Find matches →
Nelson's Revenge
Nelson's Revenge
Best Bitter
4.5%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Nog
Nog
Brown Ale
4.6%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Tinsel Toes
Tinsel Toes
Spiced Beer
4.4%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →

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 tropical, crisp, refreshing character as Volt will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Compare with another beer →Explore all American IPA beers in hopIQ →New to American IPA? Read our guide →Browse United Kingdom beers →