Assertively bitter and dry.
The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Danger Pay
◎ Appearance
Deep golden to amber in the glass, displaying excellent clarity with fine carbonation evident throughout. The head forms with good retention, leaving persistent lacing on the walls as the beer is consumed.
◌ Aroma
A vibrant bouquet of citrus and floral elements rises from the glass. Cascade, Citra, Centennial and Motueka hops deliver bright notes of grapefruit, lime and tangerine with a distinct herbal lift. Beneath lies a supporting malt foundation without dominating the hop-forward character.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with crisp citrus that firms into a resinous character over light caramel malt sweetness. Bitterness develops progressively throughout the tasting, building incrementally rather than asserting itself immediately, creating a layered drinking experience. The 8% alcohol remains well-integrated and unobtrusive.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and clean, with the hop bitterness lingering clearly but without harshness. Alcohol heat is minimal despite the double IPA strength.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Danger Pay
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 Danger Pay
About Double IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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.
Finding a similar Double IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, resinous, dry character as Danger Pay will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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