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Zarpazo Summer IPA

Cosa Nostra Brewing Co.
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🌍 Spain · American IPA · One of 377 American IPAs in hopIQ

Cosa Nostra's single-hop Summer IPA — rated 3.75. A monovarietal American IPA showcasing a single hop variety for maximum aromatic purity. Refreshing and bold, perfect for Valencia's Mediterranean climate.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Assertively bitter and dry.

A trim base, a hop-led finish — the classic setup for a hop-forward beer.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American IPA.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
herbal
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Zarpazo Summer IPA

Appearance

A bright, pale golden brew with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass as it recedes. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a visually inviting presentation that speaks to careful conditioning.

pale goldencrystal clearfine head retentionbright and clean

Aroma

The nose is dominated by the single hop variety's bright citrus character — lime zest and grapefruit pith lead the charge. Subtle floral and herbal notes emerge beneath, adding complexity without overwhelming the primary aromatic expression. The profile remains clean and dry, with no malt sweetness or yeast phenolics intruding.

citrus-forwardgrapefruitherbal, floral undertonesclean hop character

Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with the citrus theme from the aroma translating seamlessly to the palate. Mid-palate develops a firm, measured bitterness that balances without dominating; the light malt base provides just enough sweetness and body to anchor the hop profile. Finish arrives clean and dry, with lingering citrus and herbal notes.

citrus-drivenmoderate bitternesslight and drybitter finish

Finish

A short to medium dry finish with persistent citrus and herbal echoes that fade gradually. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, inviting another sip.

dry aftertastelingering citrusclean exit
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
75
Appearance
78
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Zarpazo Summer IPA

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Zarpazo Summer 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, clean character as Zarpazo Summer IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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