Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions
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About American IPA
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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.
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of BRLO West Coast IPA
Serve at 7–10°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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for BRLO West Coast IPA
◎ Appearance
Brilliant pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A dense white head forms on the pour with strong retention, supported by crisp carbonation that produces fine, persistent bubbles throughout the glass.
◌ Aroma
Assertive Pacific Northwest hop character leads with prominent pine resin and citrus notes. Clean organic malt provides a subtle grainy foundation, while grapefruit and floral hop compounds add complexity without any yeast or adjunct distraction.
◐ Taste
Crisp entry with bright citrus and grapefruit flavors immediately evident on the palate. Mid-palate builds resinous hop bitterness (55 IBU) with dry, piney character that's assertive yet balanced, supported by a medium body with excellent definition.
◑ Finish
Firm, lingering bitter finish with clean hop characteristics persisting through the aftertaste. The dryness carries through cleanly without astringency, leaving a satisfying resinous impression.
Food Pairings
What to eat with BRLO West Coast IPA