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Aquifer IPA

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A modern IPA named after the aquifer beneath the Great Plains, where Zipline brews in Nebraska. Juicy and hop-forward, with a restrained fruit note underneath. At 55 IBU the bitterness is present but sits inside a beer built for refreshment. 5.3 percent, brewed seasonally.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter55 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyjuicyfruity
hoppy
juicy
fruity
clean
tropical
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with prominent hop character—citrus zest and subtle tropical fruit notes emerge immediately.
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Aquifer IPA

◎ Appearance

Aquifer IPA presents a bright golden hue with excellent transparency and a fine, persistent white head. The beer shows lively carbonation throughout, with a delicate lacing that clings to the glass as you drink. The clarity and visual crispness signal a well-executed modern IPA.

golden, clearfine white headbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent hop character—citrus zest and subtle tropical fruit notes emerge immediately. Beneath the forward hops lies a clean, understated malt base that grounds the profile without competing. A light, fresh quality dominates, with no harsh alcohol or oxidative notes.

citrus, tropical hopsclean malt backdropfresh, inviting

◐ Taste

The palate opens juicy and hop-driven, with citrus and stone fruit flavors playing across the mid-palate. The 55 IBU bitterness arrives with presence but remains restrained, integrating smoothly rather than dominating. The beer maintains a crisp, refreshing character throughout, with a light body that emphasizes drinkability over heaviness.

juicy hop flavormoderate bitternessrefreshing, clean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and snappy, with hop bitterness lingering gently on the palate without overstaying. A light fruitiness fades into a crisp, clean aftertaste that invites another sip.

dry, hoppyquick fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

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.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a 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.

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