968 of the Best IPAs, Blind-Tasted and Ranked

Heavy bitterness with a banana peal type flavor and astringency that grows well after the taste is finished. The bitterness covers up the body and perhaps what could be a touch of malt sweetness."

Moderate malt flavor where hops should be. strong crystal malt flavor leaning towards a metallic note. There is a slight cider character as well that gives the beer a light acidic / sour character

A definitive malt presence that is well-balanced by an assertive, but not overpowering bitterness. Some corn-chip flavors detract. The hoppiness is much like the aroma with lots of berries and herbs. Light but discernable off flavors of acetaldehyde and DMS and a light metallic finish. The expected hops flavors are there—pine, lemon, grapefruit—but a difficult tannic and astringent note competes with the more pleasant flavors.

Tastes like an artificial sweetener. Like a liquid pez. Not a lot of bitterness. Does have some lemon flavor. Very low malt. Despite it tasting like candy it doesn't actually have a lot of sweetness. Finishes medium dry.

If they said this was a raspberry English bitter, it wouldn’t be surprising. Very fruity and tart. Flavors blend between grape notes and citrus with slight grapefruit. Complex fruitiness dances through. Finishes dry with a slight warmth. Rhubarb. Astringent. Smoked cherry. It’s gotta be grape.

Moderate citrus, clean crisp malt, light floral, moderate bitterness, mouth-filling carbonation with an aftertaste ofcrisp hops, light sweet malt, moderate grapefruit zest. There’s the requisite pine and grapefruit character, but nothing much else.

Straight up white corn tortilla with lemon lime juice. Maybe some tangerine or grapefruit. Low to moderate sweetness, moderate bitterness, low acidity. Bitterness lingers over the tongue as a lemon-mango flavor dissipates quickly. Reminds me of chewy Jolly Rancher candy but dries out on the end, ending the initial upfront sweetness quickly.

Initial smack of hops bitterness and fruity flavors (lemon candy, fruit loops). Progresses quickly to a light cracker-like malt sweetness. Finishes very dry. Very light body. A slightly slick, oily finish. Hops are much more subtle than desired for the category, drinking more like a light pale ale or potentially a session IPA.

Classic west coast flavors - pine and light citrus are balanced by a clean malt presence.

There was a vegetal, almost dill, quality to the flavor. The juicy tropical hops flavors were strong. Maybe there’s something else in there—coriander maybe? Tastes like a bit of Sorachi Ace hops.

Orange zest, grapefruit, slight lemon, and pine up front, followed by a round malt body and then a moderate bitterness. The hops provide some earthy complexity. Slight malt, biscuit note up front that leads to a medium piney hops flavor. Moderate bitterness in the aftertaste. High carbonation creates a slight bite, but that isn’t distracting. Some of the aromatic mustiness comes through in the flavor—from the hops?

Malt sweetness paired with a citrus orange hop. Onion and pine resin come through, it's just not a good combination with under attenuated malt.

Citrus fruit and pine hops flavor. Light malty, grainy flavor in the background. Oranges, grapefruit, and grass. Slight biscuity notes. Pleasant tart bitterness, then the butterscotch barrels in. Reminds me of the old days with Red Hook or Bert Grant’s beers. The diacetyl softens the palate, but is an acquired taste. The base beer seems good.

More hops in the flavor, offering an herbal blend of mint and marjoram, but the malt is far more forward— grainy with some toasty notes. Papery oxidation here, too, and mild bitterness. Hops flavor seems muddled and indistinct. Instead, I get a more saison-like quality with yeast esters and phenols. Cloves and even a bit of cracked black pepper, then a dry, bitter nish.

Powerful herbal, floral, and citrus notes augmented by touches of earth and a bit of honey. A little hint of a tropical fruit in there, but it’s not too assertive. Toasted character in the malt. Moderately strong hops bitterness—more to the earthy side—mouth-filling carbonation, slight hops astringency.

Good blend of malt sweetness with some nice grapefruit, orange, and pine notes. The sweetness underpins both the hops and the malt and helps balance the bitterness. Mint from the nose is subdued a bit on the palate, but it’s still a bit of a train wreck of flavors—raw malt sweetness and caramel, cardboard oxidation, strong fruity esters, and an out-of-place light tartness.

Lemongrass, a hint of hay, pleasant but slightly subdued grain-malt sweetness. A little less hops flavor than is suggested in the aroma, but it’s nice nonetheless. Hops flavor becomes more interesting as the beer warms. Refreshing bitterness. Watery hops avor is more distinctive than in the aroma, offering pine-tree notes and woodiness.

Smooth malt, slightly sweet. Full body for a session-strength beer. Coconut, pineapple, black tea, and hints of toast. Bitterness is supportive but not overpowering. Finish is balanced between hops flavor, bitterness, and a light malt. Moderate fruity esters.

Some nice orange and citrus fruit character, with some malt sweetness in the front. Grapefruit-peel bitterness hits in the middle and carries through the finish with some sweetness and strong bitterness. Pretty rich malt bill. Hops character is resinous and intense.

Classic pine and grapefruit citrus hops with a hint of dank thrown in. Malt backbone is there but subtle, and yeast is clean. Finish is somewhat dry and bitter but not lingering.

The fruit salad of the aroma carries to the nose with a more prominent under ripen banana dominating initially, with a pineapple and grapefruit emerging in the mid palate. A slight pithy, drying character from the bitterness gives the impression of eating on a banana rind.

Hard candy jumps up front, moderate grainy malt in the middle. Lingering bitterness that makes you long to wear a fleece pajama onesie in a single room wood cabin next to a fire.

Similar to the aroma, with pleasant tropical fruity notes, but flavors are a bit muddled in the malt sweetness. Medium bitterness and a creamy Orange Julius flavor right before the finish. Moderately dry right before it goes into a medium-lasting bitter finish. A touch of sweetness then returns to the palate a few seconds later.

Moderate fruity malt sweetness up front with a big grassy, woody, and earthy hops flavor and moderate bitterness. Stone-fruit esters and low-level peppery phenolics dominate, with a touch of malt sweetness to support. There is an odd through-line of sharp bitterness that doesn’t really dissipate until long after the swallow. Tastes more like a Belgian golden strong than a New England IPA.

Moderate fruity malt sweetness up front with a big grassy, woody, and earthy hops flavor and moderate bitterness. Stone-fruit esters and low-level peppery phenolics dominate, with a touch of malt sweetness to support. There is an odd through-line of sharp bitterness that doesn’t really dissipate until long after the swallow. Tastes more like a Belgian golden strong than a New England IPA.

Moderate bitterness, with a chalky, orange-flavored vitamins character most likely derived from the malt, with some pineapple in the background. Low tropical and peach fruit flavors, along with some sweetness from the malt. The hops taste a bit muddy, muted, and grassy and fading to vegetal. There’s a bit of a catty hops note with an herbal sting.

Raw wheat sweetness with citrus zest tartness, balanced coriander, nice backbone. Low hops bitterness that lingers. Yeast profile is reminiscent of Hefe yeast with more banana and a little clove.

Medium malt presence with moderate American hops bitterness that is a bit more subdued than other examples of the style. Hops flavors are a bit muddled. Slight earthiness. Grapefruit astringency in the finish.

"Bright, juicy, overripe tropical nose—mango, papaya—cleanly expressed. The sip trades juiciness for broad, mouth-filling bitterness that steals the show."

Very malt-forward profile for an IPA, with caramel and honey plus a hint of sherry oxidation, solvent, or metallic. The bitterness is well-balanced, delivering the bite you want without being painful, but hop flavor is really subdued. Hints of lemon pith and herbs. Finish is mostly bitter and somewhat dry, yet not out of balance or over the top.

Non-descript hop bitterness and a clean west-coast IPA with notes of mango and orange. Alcohols are noticeable, but well restrained given this is a triple IPA. Spicy, drinkable for a triple.

A mish mash of fruity hops flavors that are heightened by the malt sweetness; white grape, peach, strawberry, lemongrass, lemon, and grapefruit. Carbonation is very low and overall body is pretty mild, leaving a lot of gaps between the hops flavor and the hops bitterness.

Malt, biscuit light toast quality in the beginning with a light grapefruit flavor in the middle of the sip. Light tartness mixed with a touch of bitterness at the end of the sip. Finishes with a mild biscuit flavor and light bitterness. A touch on the sweet side of the amount of bitterness and hop characteristics. A light mint herbal like quality.

Huge herbal hop character up front very similar to unsweetened black tea. Crystal malts really balance the hop bitterness but is an interesting competition it seems between the sweetness and the hop bitterness. Finishes extremely dry with a really resin and herbal hop character.

Sweet up front and strongly bitter on the finish. The phenolic shows up on the palate as well. Hops evoke peach, orange, and mango. Slight slickness on the tongue indicating possible diactyl. The bitterness fights against the sweetness in this flavor a bit. Finishes with some warmth. Very mild hops avor compared to most the others. Some grassiness and a bit of floral. Lots of pithy bitterness and little of that malt complexity from the nose.

The first impression is of juicy tangerine—citrus is everywhere throughout, including the citrus rind on the finish, but the citrus is watered down. Mild tropical hops, possibly Citra, with some coconut and pineapple notes, and balancing bitterness. The mouthfeel is oily and flat, with not enough carbonation, and mineral notes in the aftertaste.

Somewhat one-dimensional citrus hops up front quickly give way to an overly prominent caramel malt flavor. Finishes bitter but with a moderate amount of competing sweetness. Hops flavors that do come through are typical NW flavors.

"Orange caramel, orange oil, lightly sweet malt on the nose; classic feel. Sip continues the orange theme: broad citrus. Omnipresent bitterness sneakily evades detection, taking cover under orange camouflage."

"Spicy nose with violet, lemongrass, passion fruit—weird, unexpected, with an overripe element. The sip is closer to the mean: lightly watery, rough lingering bitterness, with some redeeming funky fruit."

"Nose is more herbal and floral than fruity; touches of mint and bright herbal tea. The sip goes full-on orange-sweet—no subtlety required—with enough bitterness to reel it in before sprawling across the palate in decadence."

Moderate grain sweetness and straightforward hops bitterness. Fruity—starfruit, lemongrass, tropical fruit—sweetness of honey, chocolate, caramel corn. Crisp finish with lingering sweetness. Too sweet in the finish.

Full-flavored—lots of sticky hops and some bready malt. Some earthy hops flavors with lemon peel, herbal notes, and pine needles are supported by a fun caramel malt depth. Bitterness is appropriately firm but not overdone. Residual front-of-the-tongue bitterness/astringency is surprising but far from unpleasant.

Malt sweetness with a syrup like consistency upfront with a medium hop fruitiness. Melon sweetness with a touch of light banana and lemon. Very light on the bitterness only exposing itself at the very end. A bit of cardboard oxidization towards the middle of the sip makes the hops muddled.

Citrus up front with lemon and grapefruit. Turns into vegetal and earthy: green pepper, green onion, garlic. No harshness. A bit of alcohol warmth that features pineapple in the finish.

Blood orange citrus upfront with a mild tartness that continues into the finish. Moderate carbonation helps put the tartness with medium bittering hops. A light underling biscuit malt presence but that isn't sweet. Not balanced and leans towards the bitter, tart, astringent side.

Smooth and refreshing for an IPA. Malt sweetness of biscuit and a little caramel. Some fruity notes of orange, a little grapefruit with some mild bitterness, and some mint. There is a earthy, nutty character to the flavor as well. The beer dries out through the taste and the hops bitterness carries through the finish. There’s a touch of apricot in the retronasal that brings complexity to the palate.

“Soft orange and pine on the nose, while the flavor brings a throwback element of caramel to the mix for a nostalgic but classic feel.”

“A throwback nose with caramel malt notes, a bit of dried orange, and some earthier notes. The sip feels a bit like hazy IPA viewed through a 1990s IPA kaleidoscope, with light sweeter notes but a big grainy malt component and surprisingly earthy bitterness.”

Moderate hops flavors with juicy peach notes, candy sweetness, orange, and pineapple, like orange marmalade. A big bread flavor with medium rye spiciness and a touch of caramel. A mustiness gives it an almost mushroom-like earthiness. The hops bitterness and rye create a spicy, bitter finish, but the bitterness is on the low end for how much heat is in the finish.

A blend of overripened citrus and unique malt flavors of sweet biscuit, light caramel, and bread crust. The moderate hops bitterness includes grassy and floral hops more than tropical citrus hops. The malt gives it a chewy consistency, and there’s a moderate alcohol warming, but the sweetness lingers into the finish.

Brut goes Belgian as the phenolic yeast ester evokes a distinctly saison note. A touch of yeasty bitterness hits quickly on the sip and overwhelms any more delicate hops notes.

Some great juicy hop flavors, almost gooseberry or white-wine like. There’s a prominent malty sweetness that’s balanced out by the bitterness, though bitterness lingers at the end. Grassy notes present. Malt sweetness comes through and finish is almost too sweet.

"Candied orange and peel aroma with a toasted quality. The sip is surprisingly grainy, with low-key orange and lime that don’t get in the way of ‘beer’ flavor. Accessible for generalists, not adventurists."

"Berry and fleshy passion fruit on the nose; glimpses of berry-tannins and spice—oddly Pinot Noir-like. Sip wavers back toward tropical fruit/sweet/bitter, lean with flashes of sweet."

"Warm citrus and cool, dank funk tussle in the bright, bold nose, underpinned by white pepper. The sip brings indoor voices, toning down the brash energy and nicely balancing the indulgent fruit."

Hops flavor is resinous and tongue tingling. Medium malt backbone suf ciently supports hops. Notes of pine, earth, damp leaves, some must, and grass. The touch of light caramel sweetness is nice. A bit of pucker in the dry, bitter finish. Subsequent sips yield more hops tastes—grassy, woody—but the bitterness grows with each sip. Moderate fruity esters and a touch of malt sweetness, but mostly buried under the hops.

Tropical fruit and moderate caramel—herbal, toasty, and crisp. Good mouthfeel and body, followed by just the right amount of bitterness. Flavor hops don’t make a big impression, though, because a rounded bitterness dominates. Very dry finish with some lingering bitterness that fades into a pleasant afterglow.

More spring onions, garlic, citrus, and pine. A slight caramel sweetness offers support and rounds out the body. Nice creamy mouthfeel and a smooth bitterness. Aftertaste is dank, mostly with slight onion. As it warms the bready sweetness comes up a little with slight citrus notes.

Very light and fruity. Very low bittering hops (with an herbal, lemon pith profile) and a high amount of flavoring hops—floral, fruity. Very slight astringency in the finish. A bready, cracker-like body. Finish is almost sweet and out of balance for the style.

Good balance for style, though a the tropical fruit sweetness is a touch sweet for my taste until the very finish. Hops are same as on the aroma yielding a slightly sweet fruitiness in concert with significant bitterness to balance. Carb is a bit low, which makes the beer feel a bit heavy.

Light body, medium bitterness, clean dry malt character. Hops dominate and bring an intense orange zest and pith character with the bitterness of the zest clinging to your palate. Other citrus notes are sprinkled in. Finish is dry and the bitterness lingers.

Low-to-moderate sweetness, moderate-to-high bitterness that’s firm without being over powering. Malt is restrained and slightly toasty. Hops are citrus and floral, as on the aroma, with orange, lemon, and a touch of grassiness. The floral part is more subtle and harder to pick out individual flowers

Light body and moderate bitterness help showcase the citrus and melon hop character, with some cattiness present. Malt is there that provides an interesting sweetness balance point. Mouthfeel is somewhat sticky.

Pleasantly balanced - the malt has some caramel sweetness up front, but still finishes relatively dry and crisp. Classic American hop character though, but there's a grassy dry hop character that comes across a bit astringent on the finish. Pleasant lingering spiciness on the swallow.

Extremely reminiscent of canned pineapple-orange juice without the extreme tartness. Bready malt balance is well executed letting the hops shine without allowing the lingering bitterness to overwhelm things. A chewy texture on the end but not heavy.

The malt sweetness and esters stand out first, giving the beer a Bit-O-Honey character. Then the orange, which has the bitter qualities of the rind but is strongest in the aftertaste. Hops earthiness and floral notes, with a mellow bitterness and spiciness. The body is a little thin, and none of the fruity flavors linger long after the sip.

“Very light—classic with a soft bitterrness and touch of round mouthfeel. Citrus and forest notes in the aroma and flavor are very light. Minimal in expression without sacrificing character.”

“Heavy on the wooded-forest nose, smaller flashes of citrus linger on the margins. The sip pushes an intense bitterness that overwhelms everything around it, sacrificing subtlety and nuance.”

“A nondescript nose leads to gentle peach-banana in the sip, with an almost baby food–like mealy element. A lingering earthy pineapple bitterness marks the finish, but it’s tame at best.”

Lots of hops going on, with a slight tartness up front and a sturdy body behind it. The sharp, hoppy, earthy flavors have a touch of pine, resin, and dankness with moderate-to-high bitterness. Notes of tangerine, pineapple, and mandarin show through and are not smooth and straight fruit, but more like a more aggressive West Coast IPA. The bitterness and hoppy resin linger on the tongue after the taste.

A tame, safe, and straightforward take on American IPA with a dialed-down bitterness and dialed-up fruity hops character. The nose is a touch musty, but the flavor steps up the fruit intensity.

"Understated nose: subtle grain, citrus. Flavorwise, it dives into the orange-juice pool headfirst, unconcerned with the question of depth. Simple and straightforward."

Herbal lavender on the nose offers an almost saison-like character with a touch of yeast phenolics that cement the comparison. The sip is similarly saison-esque with a bit more malt sweetness and slight touch of citrus over a minimal bitterness.

"Vague lemon, lime, tangerine nose, at a level that wouldn’t be unusual for pilsner. Flavor swings for the fences, with amplified citrus, confident bitterness, and a satisfying sweet-but-dry effect."

"Grainy baked orange on the nose with a touch of vitamin-chalk. The sip is orange juice and bitter peel, more wide-bodied than sweet, with a staid, workmanlike approach that’s less vivid and more resigned."

"Dominant citrus-flesh nose; bits of leaf, oily peel, grassy hops. The sip is clunky, with a malt-forward, bitter-citronella body. As that hit wears off, a peppery-orange spicy warmth sets in to brings it back around."

"Weedy, dank nose, with pronounced PNW hops-meet-dispensary vibe. Sip is boldly bitter yet alluring in its rounded herbal edges—an outlier among citrus- and fruit-forward IPAs but entertaining for that reason."

"Sickly sweet candied-tangerine nose also pulls up notes of rhubarb and forest fern. The sip continues the sweet jag with straight tangerine juice and minimal bitterness—simple and straightforward."

The rye intensity carries through from the aroma, with a thick, sweet maltiness and hops notes that range from grapefruit citrus to jasmine. Crisp and slightly dry finish leaves a lingering bitterness.

A bright, intense bitterness up front quickly mellows without lingering. The rye is evident and wonderfully balanced. Hops bitterness is there, but the interplay of the malt bitterness is the star of the show. Finishes sweeter than others, not quite as crisp.

Soft and delicate with a malty sweetness mid-palate. Hops bitterness is mellow but sufficient to put this in the IPA range. Herbal, woodsy, and earthy—might make for a great mushroom sauce. Malt body is well-rounded, supple, and welcome.

Whoa, that’s some grass! Reminds me of fresh-cut grass, but more clippings than lawn. Tons of pine in there accentuate the grassy notes. A pleasant malt sweetness offers support, and an assertive bitterness completes the off-dry finish. This tastes like a hops tea with a moderately strong bitter finish. Very little malt to soften the blow.

The fruit salad continues into the flavor, though the focus is somewhat “darker” than is typical in these kinds of IPAs. Yes, there’s mango and pineapple, but also think guava and even tamarind. There’s a depth that is simultaneously surprising and refreshing. The orange character is much more prominent, but there’s still a sweetened lemon note in the background.

Plenty of fruit to go around— passion fruit, mango, bananas, pineapple. Delightful malt character delivers on flavor but tastes just a touch thin on the tongue. Bitterness is there but merely lurks in the shadows.

Biscuit malt sweetness hits up front and then carries to an earthy spice hops character with some grapefruit and slight citrus notes. Flavor is not what the aroma suggests. Grass is still there, plus some mangoes. Caramel malt body is lovely, but the long bitter finish leaves a lingering harshness on the back of the tongue. Wine-like notes up front with moderate perfume notes.

Slightly sweet malt backbone supports the hops well. Bitterness is mild throughout for the style. Big hops flavor, with peaches, mango, and herbal elements (something Italian). There's a pronounced malty sweetness, but it acts as a counterweight to the bitterness.

Moderate hops bitterness and a very straightforward lemony and green hops flavor. Finish is extremely dry with high carbonation and a hops bitterness that lingers. The subdued maltiness is hardly perceptible.

Very high carb makes this one dance on your palate, but it also makes the beer come across as mineraly, almost Pilsner-like. Big fruity punch from the hops with just a touch of grainy sweetness to almost balance things out. Finishes with a smooth bitterness and a slightly sweet coating sensation. The aftertaste is of PNW forests after the rain.

Clean base malt with a touch of honey sweetness and complexity. Notes of lemon, pine, a bit of orange, some grassy notes. The citrus and lemongrass hops cut through the light sweetness and carry the moderate bitterness through to the finish.

Hints of sweetness and some orange with an earthy spice character. A little mint and slight caramel sweetness. The malt carries the hops and is cut by their significant bitterness. Potent stuff—alcohol evident. Moderate carbonic acid bite that dances on top of the bitterness in the finish.

The orange-juice flavors are so strong that they almost hide a seemingly decent base IPA. The flavors are very tart, juicy, and zesty. Some resinous hops flavors that might also be from the citrus rind. A little sweetness from the malt and light-bodied, with very fresh flavor.

Light, creamy, and fruity with orange, mango, and strawberry dominating the light malt bill. The low bitterness lets the fruit character play off of the sweetness. The finish is quite sweet with almost a candy-like impression that masks some of the delicate hops notes. The carbonation seems a bit low, making the beer seem sweeter still.

Nice hops fruitiness with an even blend of blueberry, mango, and grapefruit rind. The hops bitterness and the light sweetness accentuate a piney hops character (a bit of Christmas tree) that helps balance and dry out the beer. A nice touch of boozy warmth also helps to fill out this beer. Bitterness lingers just a little too long, into the point of unwelcome aftertaste.

Light caramel and biscuit notes from the malt as well as some sage and orange from the hops. Some bread like sweetness hits up front followed by some grapefruit light sweetness and grapefruit bitterness. Balance is malt-forward for style with just enough bitterness to cut the malt. The bitterness lingers on the taste through the finish and sits heavily on the tongue. Medium carbonation.

Well balanced West Coast IPA with a simple grain bill that brings a touch of toasted sweetness to balance the intense citrus hops character. Finishes fairly bitter with a slightly sweet kiss.

“Soft stone fruit finds structure from a floral note in the nose. The sip is light—very light—with gentle pale malt notes through the middle. Just a bit too sweet for a beer this light, but fruit notes keep it fun.”

“Punchy berry spice with a fruit-tea element in the nose. The sip leans more mainstream American, with bits of orange, tangerine, and pine forest wrapped in a lightly hazy package. An herbal bitterness climbs into the finish.”

“Quirky—chalky orange-pineapple notes in the nose give way to purple cotton candy, pineapple smoothie, and juicy orange in the sip. The alcohol heat is palpable with a slightly medicinal edge, yet the bitterness doesn’t quite rise to the occasion.”

“Punchy floral notes and a touch of bubblegum on the nose. In the sip, an edge of tropical bitterness runs through, but it lacks the sweetness to sell some of the fruitier elements.”

“Heavily unfiltered, but not juicy, or sweet; the soft but present malt, light bitterness, and pithy tropical approach is more focused on tropical bitterness than fruity sweetness.”

Huge coconut in the flavor with mandarin orange and lemon. The coconut adds an almost creamy character. The simple, hoppy nature of the beer is pretty dry and provides a nice counterpoint to the toasted coconut without clashing. Appropriate bitterness and good hops selection. Tastes a bit like a daiquiri, with just a hint of sour milk acidity to keep it from being too sweet.”

Chile pepper is a bit more apparent in the flavor with grassy, herbal, and slight piney hops. Maybe a bit of citrus. There’s a fair amount of heat, which masks a lot of the flavor, but there’s a malt backbone supporting it. Tastes like Anaheim and jalepeño chiles with some peach and orange character from the hops. Clean beer beneath with bitterness that complements the heat.”

Strawberry-orange-peel nose with a touch of breadiness. The sip is a bit too malt-forward for the nascent style but still resolves cleanly enough. A middling approach that’s neither disappointing nor thrilling.

"Tropical-citrus greatest hits on the nose, in quick-cut format. Runs through everything from orange to mango to lychee and back again. The sip is sweeter, with big body and rich malt."

"Big, bold orange in the nose—over the top, with a touch of light herb. The sip is sweet and juicy, with a note of almost toasted orange peel and almond."

"Nutty malt and earthy-spicy hops on the nose—subtle, warm. On the sip, honey sweetness hits with tongue-coating intensity. Light herbal bitterness in the finish, stopping short of scrubbing the palate. Present alcohol, despite moderate ABV."

"Over-the-top orange and vanilla cream in the nose. Sip is intensely sweet—past the most liberal definitions of IPA. Could work if the beer offered some balancing bitterness."

"Soft melon on the nose, round and gentle. The sip is cleaner and brighter—relatively dry with a soft citrus bitterness. Designed for drinking more than one. Contrite and lean but pleasing."

"Classic C-hops citrus nose; herbal, dank. Sip is loud, with throwback DIPA bitterness smoothed and honed into a better version of itself. Avoids today’s fruit clichés with the attitude of an aging scenester, reminding you how things used to be better."

"Dry Southern Hemisphere hops evoke white grape, citrus rind, and cedar-lumber, with slightly sweet pungency. The sip echoes the nose, with curious fruity woodiness that sits satisfyingly on the tongue while drying out in the finish."

"Light tropical fruit-funk on the nose—less defined than others, but enjoyable in its subtlety. Light and dry in flavor, with a curious, tropically tilted, overripe-fruit bitterness that slightly overpowers the friendlier fruit."

"Dank, sticky nose dripping with resin and citrus oil. The sip brings big orange fruit with a light pithy bitterness. Big without overwhelming, fruity without cloying."

Really nice creamy mouthfeel. Soft but appropriate carbonation lends a British-like weight on the tongue. Grainy malt body is a little rough around the edges but satisfying nonetheless. Bitterness has a nice orange-like quality but doesn’t really come out until well into the aftertaste.”Overall:</strong> “A fun session IPA! In a field of beers that can seem monolithic, this one stands out as spritzy and fun. Lovely carbonation makes for a better-integrated experience. Touch of caramel adds depth to the overall experience. Lingering hops bitterness is a bit overdone, but still it’s a very nice, easy-drinking beer. The elements are here, without being too assertive, which seems fitting for a session beer.

Big bitterness up front with a dry astringent note that stops just short of harsh. As it starts to warm the harshness subsides and a touch of grain sweetness comes out. Lovely creamy mouthfeel. This beer has a nice balance between the sweetness of the fruity hops notes and its bitterness. Pine, some grassy character, grapefruit, and lemon are present.

More tangerine in the flavor than in the aroma, but less of the lemony citrus. Juicy hops flavor with enough malt sweetness to support it. Bitterness balances the malt without overpowering. More of that coconut and pineapple, buoyed by the caramel malt and light toffee. Bitterness lasts into the aftertaste, but some malt stays with it.

Malt has a light crystal undertone. Earthy hops flavor with citrus and pine is followed by grainy malt and a dry, moderately bitter finish. Nice creaminess in the mouthfeel. Perception is rustic and rough more than delicate and refined. A light dollop of malt comes in right at the swallow and then disappears, leaving a clean bitterness and lingering hops.

Hops flavor hits, emphasizing resinous pine with a bit of cattiness. A little bit dank—the citrus notes are still there, but I’m not getting the floral quality from the nose. Clean bitterness that doesn’t overpower. Orange zest, wet earth, and Capri-Sun. Caramelly malt character less apparent than on the nose. Resinous and mouth-coating fruity hops express themselves in the flavor, following through on the aroma.

Very nice light sweeter citrus notes with hints of tangerine, lemon, and grapefruit and some piney, grassy, and resinous hops flavor too. Hint of carbonic bite in the finish. Delicate malt sweetness supports without getting in the way. Finishes somewhat dry and bitter but not lingering.

Intense fruity and piney hops flavors. A touch of malt sweetness, but it hardly holds up to the intense hops bitterness that runs throughout, giving an intense grapefruit pithy character. A touch more carbonation could open things up a bit more. A light alcohol warming toward the end, but this is almost sessionable in its lightness.

Big tropical fruit character dominates: pineapple, peach, mango, orange, coconut. Body is rich and chewy. Malt is clean. But a mineral character overwhelms everything once you get to mid-palate. It also brings out the bitterness and leads to a dry, astringent finish.

Blueberries, pineapple, dank, green onions, orange in a Styrian Golding sense. Really nice mellow bitterness that doesn’t overpower and a malt sweetness that counters a lot of the hops presence. Mid-palate hops are somewhat limited but present with an almost pie-like character. No alcohol warmth to distract.

Citrus and pine. A bit of honey and caramel. Medium sweet into intense bitter that lingers. Really interesting grapefruit-pith character. Some significant alcoholic warmth. Smooth for a West Coast IPA.

Tropical fruit throughout, especially pineapple and fruit punch, with some more subtle orange and a touch of peach/apricot. Moderate-to-high sweetness with high bitterness to offset. Fairly boozy with alcohol warmth. Tastes like a restrained West Coast IPA. The chewy body is there, but the juice-forward flavors take a backseat. Sweet for the style, but not cloying. Finishes with a touch of lingering bitterness.

Soft on the palate with moderate bitterness throughout that lingers into the finish. Despite the good head retention, the carb is fairly low. Citrus all day on this one with orange playing the dominant role. Somewhat chewy mouthfeel but light overall.

Just onions. Maybe a bit of floral is in the background. Moderate sweetness and moderate high bitterness. Thin mouthfeel and very dry finish. Grassy, light fruit hops with nice fruity character. Chewy, balanced with great lingering complexity. Soft mineral character and bitterness on finish

Initial sip has light bitterness overall with a chewy body. Lemon citrus flavors mix with a light sulfur note in the chewy body. Light body overall and fairly simple. A touch of bitterness grows slightly towards the end of the sip. Fairly simple and not too complex.

Pretty tasty example of the dank side of life. Alcohol is fairly well hidden among the herbal resin hop, while we would like a bit more bitterness in the finish to go with the medium sweet malt that does linger, slowing it down, it is still a fairly crisp and drinkable beer for its size

Malt-forward, with sweet caramel and graham cracker, and mixed with the orange, makes it taste like orange cream candy in a box of mixed chocolates. The hops bitterness, with a touch of floral and earth, is just strong enough to keep this beer from being sticky. A hint of yeast esters and spice, and light carbonation.

Light bodied without being thin. Light sweet malt character up front, followed by a grassy hops notes with a hint of lemon, but not a lot of complex hops flavor. A bit off balanced—bitter but not much malt body to go with it. Bitter on the finish, but well balanced.

The orange comes through more on the tongue, with pithy and astringent qualities from the rind. Grapefruit notes mix with lemon, followed by toasty and biscuit malt. The bitterness counteracts the malty backbone well, lingering long after the flavor is gone, without being overwhelming. Spicy hops tend to be overwhelmed by the bitterness of the orange.

“Tropical caramel notes on the nose feel classic and contemporary at the same time. The bitterness is substantial, but smooth and integrated for a surprisingly pleasant West Coast approach.”

“Yuzu and satsuma aroma with faint herbal and floral notes behind it. Friendly tropical bitterness on the sip, but a murkiness obscures the brighter fruit notes.”

"Rides the line between American and juicy, pushing a creamy peach-gummy nose that continues in the sip. Firm bitterness keeps it from devolving; doesn’t compromise either the fruit character or bitterness.”

“Traditional in its citrus-pine axis with a hefty herbal spice. In the sip, a structure defined more by zippy carb and less by intense bitterness offsets the orange-caramel sweetness.”

Strong, complex hops flavor comes through up front with a touch of orange/tangerine, grapefruit rind, and pine. Nice malt background with some sweet Grapenut character. Finish is bitter but balanced. Malty—hops didn’t cut through.”

"A fruity cannabis vibe drives the nose; light tropical-citrus melody over dank rhythmic riffs. The sip is chunky, with thick major-key citrus power chords that diminish into herbal flourishes."

Hop forward with more citrus/grapefruit notes, typical piney and resinous notes, and a slight dry grassiness. The assertive hop flavors leave little room for the light, biscuity malt profile. It finishes bitter and dry, helping to accentuate the hop flavor.

Citrus grapefruit hops dominate and linger throughout. Hops at the forefront with notes of over-ripened grapefruit and pine. Bitterness and sweetness balance well together, though bitterness definitely dominates and lingers.”

"Bright pineapple on the nose, a touch of musty earth; honey and herbal hops collide. The sip toys with full-blown sweet fruit before herbal bitterness pulls it back for an indecisive finish."

"Caramel hints of West Coast, with berry and currant esters—spicy red fruit—and light citrus. On the sip, disciplined bitterness—polished, present, yet understated, smooth—with light berry and spruce-like fruity pine notes."

"Bold grape notes out of nowhere. The sip continues the light-grape fruitiness, with a muddled bitter/malty through-line. A guess that doesn’t find an answer."

Piney with orange and blood orange in tow. The malt is simple and leaves a slightly sweet profile which probably brings out the richness of the citrus. The bitterness is about right and lingers pleasantly, although a bit more would help offset the sweetness.

"Classically bent citrus-dank nose. The sip continues the party, with a moderate yet smooth bitterness underpinning it. An idealized West Coast IPA, maybe a touch sweet with crackery malt, but right down the classic line."

"A citrus-juice explosion in the nose—vivid orange spiked with nose-piercing lime daggers. The sip settles into a more mixed-citrus expression, as hops and citrus bitterness creep up over more delicate fruit notes."

A nice balance between sweet and bitter. Notes of orange, grapefruit, and some lemon hit up front with a juice-like character. There’s also an herbal and floral character. Malt sweetness of biscuit and a little caramel. Pine/resin hops, some grapefruit, toasted malt backing, and then the bitterness slides in, and grows and lingers into a medium finish.

Bergamot, tangerine, and herbal notes up front, with some grapefruit pith and hops. Moderate esters bring in notes of cherry and blueberry, which play nicely with the citrus, the lemongrass, and bitterness of the hops. Light simple malt bill adds a supportive caramel-malt character. It’s well-balanced and not too aggressively bitter, if a bit too pithy. Dry finish, very clean.

Medium bitterness with a rather light body. Slight new-shoe-like taste with a growing bitterness that extended well into the aftertaste and continued to grow. As it warms the rubber goes away, and we are left with a dank hops note with a touch of garlic. This beer has a nice body with a smooth character. The pine is showcased in the hops, and the grapefruit citrus notes help round out the hops profile. The beer is nicely balanced between the hops bitterness and flavor.

Full assertive hops flavor— resinous and sticky with earthy, grassy notes from dry hopping. Bitterness might be a tad low, but nice. Hops are catty and dank with a bit of skunk.

Moderate toasty, light sweetness, earthy hops, moderate pine, touch of floral, aftertaste. Malt depth is nice, with some fun caramel notes playing alongside the hops. Similar to the aroma, but the resinous pine character is more prominent, hiding some of the more fruity characters. That sharp pine character heightens the bitterness, though it doesn’t linger too long, due to the more complex malt character displayed.

More tropical and dank in the flavors. Pineapple and pine but also some orange and lemon sneak in. Moderate sweetness into moderate high bitterness. A touch of alcohol.

Strong herbal and fruity mix, where up front the herbal notes are dominant, and when coupled with a prominent alcohol presence, gives it the flavor of fresh car tires in an old car mechanic shop, but here it’s not pleasant. The fruity notes are almost like lemongrass. A nice bitterness coupled with a decent amount of sweetness and warmth give some balance for this unique hops profile.

Melon and mango dominate up front, then chewy and juicy with a strong orange and pineapple presence. Finishes with a softness typical of the style. Hops are complex but there’s slightly too much bitterness to let the rest of the ingredients shine through. Medium-intense fruit flavors from hops and esters.

Caramel malts are strong in the flavor, but a present bitterness helps round it out. It’s missing the juicy component NE IPA is known for. Tastes very PNW IPA style (resinous). Orange, lemon, mango, pineapple hops characteristics with a touch of vanillin and light floral notes beneath. Body is a bit thin, and that is accentuated by how dry the beer finishes. Carb is good. Significant bitterness throughout, but it fades with a slightly sweet kiss.

Balanced profile with light toasted malt playing off of the herbal, floral, and light orange and lemon hops notes. Finish is slightly sweet and leaves a coating on the palate. Malt sweetness of biscuit. Hops bitterness is low for an IPA.

Fruit-forward with the usual suspects (mango, lemon, pine) and a few odd players: the stone-fruit esters are bright, but odd. Balance is good with the esters providing a touch of sweetness mid-palate that fades beneath the dry finish and lingering bitterness. Overall a little heavy, especially given the lighter color and focus on fruitier hops qualities.

Piney and resinous notes accompany complex citrus (it’s every citrus fruit I can name). Moderate sweetness, moderate-high bitterness. Dry. The citrus hops profile dominates the simple malt bill. The bitterness carries in the finish and is slightly astringent.

Citrus hop profile with a lingering bitterness with lemongrass and a pithy quality, bordering on a grassy overly dry hopped character. After the first swallow it mellows a bit (or your palette fatigues), and you're left with a crisp, dry beer with a pleasantly aggressive bitter finish.

Tropical notes of pineapple, mango, and lemon with some subtle coconut. Slightly dank &amp; earthy (green onion). Subtle pine notes. Finishes dry and crisp and subtly bitter. Slightly mineral/metallic. A bit chalky.

Bright hops flavors accentuated by an even brighter hops bitterness. Flavors are more toward the lemongrass, grapefruit side. Some malt sweetness, with a light sweet biscuit character. Bitterness is present throughout, but not unpleasant.

So the aroma, so the flavor. More prominent grapefruit and a touch of pine character. A more pronounced malt character than often seen in this style, with nice bread crust and biscuit notes. There is a nice bitter through-line that keeps everything grounded in the IIPA category. The bitterness is not astringent but heightens some the stronger piney and pithy hop flavors.

he deep floral tartness of the hibiscus mixes well with the tropical fruit character. Orange, tangerine, papaya, coconut. Also, a touch of spicy black pepper. moderate esters. Bitterness is a little pithy. mouthfeel is a bit minerally.

The flavor surprises with strong hops bitterness throughout. Some interesting malt complexity, with a touch of honey, caramel, biscuit, and bread crust. Hops flavors oscillate among dank piney character, floral notes, and grapefruit pithiness. Bitterness gets a bit astringent as it sits in the aftertaste. The finish is like grapefruit pith—hard to get out of your mouth.

Coconut up front followed by papaya. On the drier side with a moderate chalk and mineral character. Very creamy yet needs more carbonation to bring out the hops. Flavor components are low for the style. New World hops with pineapple, peach, and apricot, layered over pine and resin. Complexity of hops character is impressive.

“Funky fruit nose, filtered through a significant earthiness. Subtle warm tropical-fruit notes in the sip—mango papaya—and a pointy bitterness with a fruity tropical edge. Fun without being heavy-handed.”

“Very light haze, it still pulls those juicy strings with orange and pineapple in the nose and the sip. On the palate, it’s hop wine—big, juicy, fruity, but unapologetically alcohol-forward. In context, it works, with just enough bitterness.”

“Earthy caramel meets tropical in the mash-up nose. The sip leads with a nice crisp bitterness that isn’t overpowering—perfectly structured with classic orange and pine notes that feel more fresh than nostalgic.”

“Bright and airy, with soft guava notes and a touch of tropical bitterness. The sip leans to the sweet side, with marshmallow notes spotlighting the softer tropical fruit. A touch light on bitterness with a distinct fruit bias.”

“Coconut-lime on the nose, with a funky locker-room edge. The sip leads with a pithy herbal bitterness that quickly dissipates into gentle notes from the nose, with mild lingering bitterness.”

“With boldly earthy hops with fruity back notes on the nose, it upsets the typical flow. The sip pulls in a bit of saccharine fruit sweetness, sharp but not full spectrum.”

“Papaya-habañero nose hints at a peppery spice with an earthy fruit base. Prickly carb and bitterness push the pepper note on the sip before settling into a gentler finish.”

“Murky fruit cocktail in the nose. The flavor breaks stride with a minty anise bitterness in the sip that pushes just a hair too far.”

“Substantial mango-orange nose drops into a slightly thinner-than-expected taste, with a freshly squeezed fruit-juice sweetness. A pleasant citrus bitterness runs alongside with a tight edge, quickly resolving the finish to dry. Excessive nose and an austere sip.”

“Passion-fruit popsicle nose, with a light creaminess and a dialed-back intensity that remains vivid. The sip lets spicy, herbal, tropical bitterness take the lead with sweeter notes receding, but it’s soft and works well in context.”

“Dank nose with elements of old pineapple. Zippy and light, with a dialed-back intensity. The sip is easy—moderately sweet, to pull out fruit character without weighing it down. Restrained bitterness is enough to balance things out.”

“The nose leads with bright tropical fruit for a new-school feel, and the sip follows through with dry but convincing tropical notes and a soft tropical bitterness. Lean and light, with a compelling tropical crispness.”

“Clear, but the chalky tropical-fruit notes on the nose share more with hazy IPAs than fellow West Coasters. The sip continues the soft and tropical theme, with a dialed-back bitterness and waves of gentle tropical fruit, but the net effect is just a bit too subtle.”

“Plantain, lime Runts candy, and kiwi notes on the nose, with a crisp tropical edge. The flavor feels pedestrian by comparison, as sharper bright floral notes layer over tight carbonation and a very gentle tropical bitterness, but no real fruit to speak of.”

Initial toffee sweetness is balanced by some nice bitterness in the finish. Resinous, caramelly, evergreen, and bitter. Malt is enjoyable, though the bitterness comes off a bit harsh. As it warms, the bitterness becomes even harsher.

Huge berry character that integrates well with a clean IPA base beer. The hops character is fairly restrained, but the bitterness plays well off of the sweetness from the berry esters. There’s lots of spruce, like rubbing a Christmas tree. The finish is fairly bitter and lingers. It’s a bit like putting an entire roll of Life Savers candy in your mouth at once—all of them. The touch of candy sweetness is unexpected, but the bracing pine tree bitterness keeps it from cloying.”

The cranberry and raspberry notes from the hibiscus come out more in the flavor with lemon citrus and grassy behind it. It’s a well-balanced IPA with just enough bitterness to round out the malt. Spice beers routinely overdo it on the spice, but this one felt restrained, like they could have gone further but played it safe in a enjoyably balanced way.”

"Mild citrus and tropical notes collide in the nose. The sip goes from 0 to 60 in less than a second, with full-bore ragged bitterness. Subtlety’s out the window. Unreconstructed."

Rose-like floral hops hit in the front and carry through the finish with a slight bitterness. The lemon/orange notes sit in the back behind the more dominate hops flavor. Carbonation is good, and the finish is slightly dry with a lingering bitterness. Dry yet somewhat creamy.

Tropical fruit up front, a little garlic, and herbal, oregano-esque notes. Slight malt sweetness with hints of caramel. Definitive bitterness, but not at all harsh. Rich hops flavor with pine and low garlic notes upfront and a nice bitterness that extends into the aftertaste but doesn’t continue to grow—it fades nicely. Medium sweetness at the end rounds out the sip. I really enjoy the balanced finish.

Hop flavor is piney and resiny more than citrus, but showcases both with hints of grapefruit and pineapple. Very nice lingering bitterness that carries hop flavors through finish. Finishes dry with slight sweet malt back.

"Orange oil, rich herbs, and left-field funky touch on the nose. Sip offers orange peel and herbal bitterness in a big, warming package. Mellow, genuine, polished. Bold, compelling hop expression."

"Light, but distinct, passion fruit and pineapple on the nose. Flavor loses some of that definition, as big, tropical herbal-bitterness quickly overpowers more delicate fruit notes."

"Woodsy bark-and-sap nose, underscored by light citrus. The sip turns those to full volume, with amplified woods and citrus over relatively sweet body, checked by a through-line of woody bitterness. Unique, outside the mainstream."

"Spicy lemongrass nose plays its cards close. There’s an economy to the sip—unindulgent, only light residual sweetness—with fruity notes balanced immediately by a lingering rough bitterness."

"High-key guava and passion-fruit notes bathe the nose in light. That lightness pushes the contrast in the sip, at the expense of mid-tone values—blown out between blazing top-fruit notes and a sharply defined bitter end."

"Light yet pungent tropical fruit on the nose; sweet and intriguing. Gentle but assertive hop bitterness overshadows the fruitier notes."

Overripe mango and papaya offer an alluring tropical nose, but a strong yet soft initial bitterness quickly shifts gears. A hazy IPA for those not afraid of bitterness.

"On the nose: orange marmalade on toast; peach and apple notes. Unlike many contemporaries, it’s not embarrassed by substantial malt, embracing a rich but reasonable grain bill that adds dimension to the fruit."

"A woodsy forest note collides with soft peach and cut grass. The sip is sweet but not cloying, with more stone-fruit flavor balanced by woody bitterness."

"Dank weed notes intertwine with soft berry, stone fruit, and passion fruit. The sip brings the soft fruit notes forward. Wants a touch more bitterness in the finish."

Starts with a prominent, almost intense, malt sweetness that gives way to an aggressive hops bitterness and powerful rye spice. As you adjust to it, you find more citrusy hop character.

Earthy, wet, piney, and herbal. Flavor picks up where the nose left off. Similar elements here, with the spiciness more in the fore, adding some lemongrass to the other herbal elements. Light bitterness doesn’t distract from the hops flavor.

Pineapples, bananas, and mangoes. Long bitterness that’s slightly harsh atop a weaker than expected malt body. As it is, the fruit flavor falls somewhat at compared to the aroma. The assertive bitterness is a bit out of balance because there’s not much malt to balance it. Bitterness dominates the finish—the earthy hops avor sticks around for a little while, but doesn’t have as much staying power.

Lemongrass, grapefruit, and a unique cured-meat note are nicely supported by a light, spritzy malt body. Lively and bright on the tongue with a bitter, slightly sweet finish. A slight cabbage-like note up front but in a fresh street taco sort of way. Medium bitterness, a slight juicy note, and some earthy avors evolve as it warms.

Nice citrus flavor with some pine, mild bitterness, and strong carbonation. Lemongrass, wet earth, pineapple, and honey over a light but silky malt body. Clean and crisp—hops dominate the flavor profile.

Very strong lemony flavor— bright and citrus-focused with light floral flavors in the finish. Not at all what I was expecting based on the aroma. The finish has a lingering bitterness that borders on astringent. Some catty, black currant notes and just a hint of malt sweetness.

Initial impression delivers on the aroma, with earthy, winey characteristics. Very faint light malt, and any esters are covered by the hops. Firm bitterness starts nice but then becomes aggressively licorice-like on the back of the tongue in the finish. Tastes like I bit into a freshly picked grapefruit—rind, pulp, juice, and all.

Light body, medium citrusy hops profile, a little bit of mineral character in the finish. Pilsen malt, perhaps? Full sweet body with lots of candy-like hops and a good amount of hops bitterness to help balance the sweet body. Citrus and piney hops flavor with some malt sweetness and a slight mineral finish. Candy-like hops character with notes of tangerine.

Citrus and pine notes up front with hints of tangerine and lemon. Moderate hops bitterness. Light caramel sweetness. A cracker-like malt body, with mineral bitterness.

Medium-high body and lingering bitterness carries the dank and piney hops profile throughout this one. Great balance, though maybe pushing the limits of a single IPA, even if West Coast. Lots of grapefruit and lemon. There is a sweetness from the fruit notes up front, but the bitterness cuts the sweetness and carries through the finish with a body to help support the big hops bitterness.

Nice sweetness up front. Some notes of grapefruit, a little orange, slight lemon. A little pine. Well balanced with significant bitterness to cut the lightly toasted sweetness. Light body, clean semisweet malt.

Moderate fruit upfront with strawberry, melons and light plums. Medium bitterness with a touch of spiciness towards the end of the sip. Light sweetness from the malt balances out the bitterness. A touch of mint towards the middle of the sip. Finishes with a smooth fruitiness with just a hint of bitterness.

The initial taste was surprising with a sweetness that gets immediately overwhelmed by bitterness. Classic West Coast blend of pine and citrus. Tropical fruit, mango, pine are firm but balanced in the bitterness. Light body with a sweet caramel finish that hangs out and cuts the hops down a tick.

Similar to the aroma. Huge tropical flavors that trail off into more traditional pine characters. Very clean bitterness, not harsh at all. Very dry. Finish has a green-tea bitterness with an almost smoky background that distracts from the fruitiness.

Herbal, mango, cherries, green onions, dank, watermelon, lemon, balanced bitterness and sweetness.

Rich and chewy with a complex mélange of ripe fruit and a toasted-malt sweetness with hints of toffee. Finish has a bit of a harsh mineral character that detracts from the softer fruit character; it isn’t particularly bitter, but there is a lingering harshness that is a bit out of place.

Moderate bitterness upfront with a light orange character in the middle. Orange is less pronounced in flavor than in the aroma. Light biscuit maltiness but not sweet, light body. Fruit flavors are a bit muddled and should compete with the bitterness.

Fruitiness upfront with ripe pear and light peach character. Medium fruit sweetness with a very light bitterness. Light earthy and spicy hop flavor right at the end of the sip. Finishes with a light herbal flavor and heavy fruit, mostly peach but also mango, pineapple and light grapefruit.

Well balanced clean toasty malt with a floral and herbal hops presence and a touch of citrus peeking through. Bright and crisp with a moderate lingering bitterness. Carbonation is spot on. There aren’t many rough edges to this beer, making it pretty easy drinking.

Very pleasant from start to finish - light fruit with underlying hints of pine up front, a soft mid palette with a pleasant grainy/oat flavor, and a crisp and clean finish that is nicely bitter but not overly aggressive. Lingering notes of pine and light fruit.

Blood orange character really comes through in the flavor emphasized by moderate-plus sweetness from the malt. The grassy notes are more restrained than in the aroma. Bitterness is moderate to high and a bit pithy, but balances the sweetness fairly well. Malt is simple with a touch of toasted complexity.

Strong notes of spruce and pine come through along with some grapefruit and orange juice character that adds a slight sweetness and some bitterness. Mild lemon sits behind the pine and grapefruit/orange notes, and there are those basil/oregano herbal notes again. Malt contribution is a bit toasty and a touch of caramel. A little light bodied, and the hops dominate through the taste. The finish is bitter but not so bitter as to whack you over the head. Needs more CO2 to open up.

Crackery malt backbone plays off of the citrus and tropical hop character. Finish is dry and slightly chalky. Bitterness is subdued but lingering, and some hop burn hangs out too.

Lemongrass, grapefruit pith &amp; some slight pine. A slight herbal spiciness. Fairly soft mouthfeel. Well balanced. Finished surprisingly dry, almost harsh.

Well balanced for a West Coast IPA with moderate earthy and citrus (lime, grapefruit pith) hops. There’s just enough malt sweetness to pull it together with the medium-high bitterness. Dry finish. A bit of alcohol warmth. The medium body helps support the hops. Good carbonation. Really tastes old school.

The mango comes through well, but the hops are understated so that at first, it expresses itself as more of a mango American wheat. At the end of the swallow, a low bitterness lingers briefly, bringing forth the IPA character. Moderate sweetness, with supporting malt, if a little thin, and dry overall.

Amazing unique and intense hops flavors that continue to display the Thai basil flavors from the aroma, coupled with a more pronounced fruity character of mango, pineapple, and grapefruit. A nice, light malt sweetness pairs perfectly with a prominent bitterness that adds to the herbal spice character. Dangerously dry.

Bright onion hop flavor with, alcohol booze, and a malt character that adds sweetness.

“White wine–grape nose is rollicking and playful. Sip gets down to business with a firm bitterness softened by gentle white-grape notes with a candy edge. Big, but conveys cleanly with a tightly edited accessibility.”

“Fresh tangerine slice and a bit of Meyer lemon in the nose—bright and cheery. The sip is tight, but a touch thin and rather dry, lending the light bitterness a touch of extra prickliness.”

“Mandarin Kush weedy nose with a touch of lime citrus over dank. The sip softens it, with general stone-fruit notes and a broad fruit pectin heft, as spicy lemon notes punch through.”

“Pink grapefruit and pink lemonade on the nose, subtle, with a sip that leans on pithy grapefruit bitterness to balance out the sweeter notes. Balanced and present, it’s neither too much nor too little.”

“Juicy tropical pineapple nose. Defined body with a fruity bitterness and green-tea herbal spice. Embraces the duality of base and beauty with an earthy groove and sweet fruity melodies.”

“Woody stone fruit on the nose—almost _Brett _saison-ish. In the sip, herbal bitterness and vegetal-leaning citrus notes create an interesting interplay of competing high notes, but it feels top-heavy.”

“Creamy citrus in the nose—orange and lemon—with a floral blossom note. The sip dials back typical West Coast bitterness just a bit too far, for an accessible fruit-forward appeal at the expense of structure.”

Initial punch of fruity hops flavor that diminishes quickly. Tropical fruit on the tongue more than in the nose. Substantial evergreen character is a nice surprise. Good creamy mouthfeel adds to the overall palate character. Bitter finish is grapefruity and smooth. Malt plays a supporting role but doesn’t get in the way. The green-onion note sits on the tongue through the finish. A lot of spruce and pine notes.

Malt sweetness tastes like a very blonde caramel. Hops character of orange and lemon flesh and zest blend pretty well. Bitterness is nicely blended throughout and lingers just a touch. Hops flavor is all tropical fruit—mango and coconut. Some bitterness is hiding in there, but the overall impression is sweet, not bitter.

Rich and well blended. Dialed bitterness throughout that’s good for style. Lemon-heads candy, strong lemon/orange flavor. A fair chunk of that is the hops, but there’s something else going on. Moderate hops bitterness that melds with the tartness. There’s a splash of brighter esters and malt sweetness, but the funk from the nose is here, too. Sweet and juicy with lemon and orange and citrus notes. The hops are more favorable, less bitter, and balance well with the malt. Finishes with a slight bitterness and a nice sweetness.

A blend of light malt sweetness, bright hops juiciness, and perfect bitterness to keep it in balance. Hops flavors are intense and complex, with mandarin oranges, peaches, and melon. The malt, though a touch sweet, is layered with a touch of biscuit and bread, and a creamy body. Strong esters, and a slight minerality that accentuates some bitterness. Dank notes are in the background, and the finish is bitter with hops flavors and long lasting.

Assertive hops bitterness that lingers and sticks to the teeth. The flavor hits with an interesting complexity, adding grapefruit sweetness and pineapple that extends into the finish as it warms. Dank earthiness on the finish.

It’s impressive for a session beer to be 4.7% and have that much flavor. Plenty of hop flavor but it’s a bit muddled. Bitter up front, but doesn’t linger unpleasantly. Hop flavors are more muted than aroma would suggest. Subtle tangerine, grapefruit. Begins as slightly piney and bitter but carries through to a sweet grapefruit finish. A bit of malt but fairly dry and light.

Cohesive and bright, belying individual aroma and flavor notes. Crisp fruit notes and a slightly sweet malt base make it a hazy IPA you can drink several of.

Lemon-lime notes hover over a woody and slightly grainy aroma, but the flavor embraces the comfort of ge-neric West Coast bitterness without offering much more.

"Nose balances fruit esters of blueberry, apricot with grainy, toasty, almond malt note. The sip is thin, with strong bitterness and clean finish—less juicy than promised."

"Light, sweet pineapple on the nose. The sip is unbelievably light, lively, with light-but-satisfying body and gentle, fruity bitterness. Understated pineapple, trading sweetness for drinkability. Compelling."

Fruity with a slightly sharper edge than most, thanks to a sweaty lime note that rides up the side of the aroma. The sip is soft lime, a touch of sweet orange, a sprinkle of lemon juice, and a bit of kiwi. Any bitter-ness feels seamless with the overall fruit character.

"Zesty lemon-lime nose, touch of earthy grain. The sip is soft and fruity yet lean—the carbonation scrubs any sweetness for a fruit-essence quality rather than juice. On the sparing side of juicy and hazy."

"Classic orange-and-pine notes, with citrus amped up and running roughshod over the trees. Upfront bitterness is soft and non-confrontational and lingers, scrubbing sweetness from the palate."

"Broadly hoppy nose with a perfumey touch—lavender, azalea. Grainy, malt-forward sip, with soft sweetness buffering bitterness but standing in the way of anything truly juicy or fruity."

Malborough Sauv Blanc notes of pear, guava, lychee, and kiwi push hard through the nose while the refined body and soft malt character thoroughly bury any hint of heat or strength. Finishes a bit sweet, but immensely satisfying.

A clean and faintly fruity nose (peach, cantaloupe) offers an understated but intriguing approach, and those same flavors push forward matched by a firm but balanced tobacco and pine-tree bitterness offering interest-ing layers to explore.

"Layered nose—lemon-lime seltzer, peach smoothie, dank weed. Flavor continues with soft notes wrapped in broad, herbal bitterness, lingering with deep citrus."

"Herbal bitterness on the nose with a touch of anise, but little of the favored citrus aromas we’ve come to expect. The sip brings more fruit—lychee, lime—but with a marker-sharp edge that keeps it at arm’s length."

Weedy fern, aspen leaf/bark, kiwi, and humid Southern forest make this equal parts intriguing and polariz-ing. In the flavor, white-wine notes push forward with comforting touches of oak, slight sweetness, herbal-ness, and citrus.

"The nose cuts with clarity—confidently bright orange and soft lemon that don’t need sweetness as a crutch. The sip is a bit more PNW bitter than Massachusetts sweet, but that bitterness is gentle and reassuring."

"Gorgeously expressive yet tightly edited nose: fruity Pez candy and bold tropical fruit. The sip is less chalky, more juicy, with passion fruit and mango over pleasing bitterness. Not as turbid or soft as some, but well executed."

An integrated honey sweetness-meets-herbal-citrus nose is painfully subtle, but a soft and mild herbal bitterness plays against a mild malt sweetness for a softer take on classic American-hops flavor.

"Nose pulls floral and herbal notes into the hazy genre; sophisticated and endearing. The sip is sweeter, with herbal-bitter sharpness that denies immediate pleasure while sweet, slightly vegetal flavor unfolds. Weird and interesting."

"Dehydrated orange and mango fruit leather on the nose. The sip is bold, tropical fruit–forward, with mango and passion fruit underpinned by bitterness and light funk. Confident and committed."

Vague citrus flesh and zest on the nose, with a clean but understated style. The sip is equally bright with a light and soft bitterness that quickly makes way for the soft lingering fruit. A light DIPA, if such a thing exists.

"Big soft orange and peach on the nose; just a touch of pungent tropical fruit at the end. The sip embraces the tropical element, with guava, mango, and papaya backed by gentle but consistent bitterness."

Crisp peach and funk notes become a very soft but present bitterness in the sip that quickly lingers as more peachy funk. Confident and intense in its high-key balance.

A light and perfumy nose is gentle and engaging, while the softest of hops-bitterness profiles and dry body with a vague chardonnay-grape and oak-tannin note sell the brut idea well.

"Haze with a 1990s craft throwback nose—malty, with more estery fruit notes than hops. The sip highlights berry with a bit of orange and tropical fruit. Fun in its retro-malty simplicity."

Sweeter and hotter, liked the citrus, liked the lemon. Nice sweetness from honey followed by citrus and lemon zest notes. Could have used a little less malt sweetness. Clean finish with good bitterness.

Had some oddness to it—curry? Complex flavor with some spice notes—smokey, earthy, cheesy, leather. Good sweet hop fruitiness of citrus, orange juice, slight grapefruit with mild notes of pine. Juicy character comes through. Touch of malt backbone. Finish is bitter but not lingering. It’s great how clear the hops were.

A savory nose of fleshy tropical fruit avoids ‘sweet’ while embracing ‘fruity.’ It’s not quite as clean and direct as some brut IPAs, but avoids saccharine clichés nonetheless.

A strong mango, backed by a slight herbal- hops note, sets the stage for a beer- forward sip, as the mango recedes and a soft bready malt punctuated by a firm bitterness presses forward to linger in the finish.

The hops character is citrus-forward (lemon, orange, a bit of grapefruit) with a touch of light stone fruit in the background and a little mint. The hops come in with a fruity sweetness that carries through the taste. Sweetness and bitterness balance, but the finish is slightly sweet.

White-wine grapes, lemons, spruce tips, and grapefruit. Moderately strong malt background can’t keep up, though it tries. Sweetness up front with a light hops avor and a medium hops bitterness. Slight herbal notes, similar to chai tea, but subtle. Aftertaste is bitter and moderately lasting. Not as smooth as other examples.

The fruit festival continues! Tropical fruit notes from the hops dominate the initial impression, with just the right amount of residual sweetness and body to support the botanical goodness. Long-lasting bitterness is exceptionally smooth. Slight sweetness in the finish offers balance. The body has a high carbonation that blends the beer and gives it a smooth character. As the beer warms a bit more flavors come out, and a nice juicy character is showcased. The finish is nice with a fresh hops character left on the tongue.

Sweet grainy malt, lychee, pineapple, orange, lemon. Fleeting but firm bitterness that dissipates quickly from the front of the tongue. The body is light, which allows for the hops to be showcased. The beer finishes with a grapefruit hops bitterness and a slight citrus sweetness. Slight cloying note as it starts to warm up. Drink this one cold.

Just a touch of sweetness in the start. Light toasted and slight caramel malt notes support medium bitterness. Rich hops complexity with a strong tropical character—mango, pineapple, with hints of coconut, especially as it warms up. Very light body. Finish is slightly astringent/harsh.

Nice blend of hops sweetness. Some tropical fruit with some melon and mango. Some orange and grapefruit, a little lemon, and slight pine. Bitterness is in line and balances well with the malt and finishes not too bitter, not too sweet. A bit of alcohol is evident with some warmth.”

Great balance for a single IPA with a nice sweetness up front, but just bitter enough for a West Coast IPA. Body is light and refreshing with plenty of hops to back things up. Same hops flavors as in the aroma with a touch of toasted malt complexity mid-palate that is quite refreshing.

ots of piney dankness that could use a bit more malt to balance it out. Light mango, a little orange-juice character, too. The bitterness lingers long. A throwback to the bitter wars of IPA.

Earthy and dank hops flavors. Fairly piney. Noticeable caramel malt. Some dried-fruit esters (raisin, fig). A slight mineral character. Some noticeable booziness and alcoholic warmth. Finishes on the sweeter side and distinctly bitter.”

There is a rich mix of candy and grainy sweetness with a lush tropical-fruit hops character. Finish is rich and chewy but with enough bitterness to balance it out. A bit of lingering grassy astringency distracts from the other more pleasant aspects of the beer.

Sweet smooth fruity notes up front. Lemongrass, pineapple, grapefruit, a little melon, some orange, subtle light stone fruit. Bitterness is moderate and cuts the sweetness well.

Really nice mango flavor with a bright lemoncello light character. This citrus and tropical fruit forward beer is complex with this slight resin character hop finish. Nice lingering bitterness but not off putting. We like the balance between the malt and the hop presence on the nose and finish. Great medium dry finish.

The citrus flavor is fresh and lively, with flavors from the juice, pith, and peel of the grapefruit. Biscuit malt sweetness is obvious, and the complexity brings out the juiciness of the citrus. The hops are piney and dank, with the bitterness keeping it from being too sweet and juicy. Just a hint of the perfume that was present on the nose, and a bit of burn in the aftertaste that lingers with it.

Florida Sunshine! A rich, citrus character, with big tangerine and mandarin orange, heightened by a nice malt/honey sweetness. Medium hops bitterness in the middle of the sip followed by a balanced rich sweetness. Body is slightly reserved.

Juicy orange and malt sweetness up front with some pine-like hops character. The sweetness almost offsets the bitterness from the piney hops. Hops bitterness lingers pleasantly.

“Peanut butter with nut and caramel notes in the nose, topped by a light orange marmalade. The sip continues the nutty, orange thread, with medium bitterness. If there were an ounce more flab, it wouldn’t work, but the lean approach delivers.”

“Powdery stone fruit in the nose, with a light stone-fruity sweetness in the sip. Structured with a zippy bitterness that holds it together and provides a beautiful foil for the sweeter fruit notes.”

“Citrus with a distinct floral-blossom note in the nose, the flavor uses a touch of malt sweetness to highlight the citrus notes in the sip, while the restrained bitterness recedes. Crisply modern with a classic familiarity.”

“Light wheat aroma with faint stone fruit and a touch of lime. The sip is minimal, with a rounded but firm bitterness that pushes out softer fruit notes. Assertively bitter for a low-ABV beer.”

“Classic in all the right ways, with heavy pine hops and big dose of caramel malt, yet it stays nimble.”

“Big and uncompromising, with a nose of pineapple and cut grass. It’s boisterous and loud but simultaneously refined. One foot in the past, with a winking nod to the present.”

“The deep gold color suggests a malt heft that doesn’t materialize. Instead, a bright herbal spiciness plays against pineapple notes with a tight and well-structured bitterness. Lively and light on the tongue with a dynamic energy.”

“Dusty with a prickly-pear fruit note, cut wood, and pine forest in the summer. The flavor leads with a big and dank bitterness that edges out any softer fruit notes. Bold for the bitter fans.”

The hops hit in the front with this beer. Grapefruit sweetness and bitterness that carry through. Some lemon, a little onion-like character. The bitterness hits and is lingering through the finish. Malt is moderately biscuity and a bit light for the hops. Warmth hits at the end.

A richer, deeper nose offers roasted caramelized papaya and mango with a lime squeezed over them. The sip is broadly sweet and expansive with a fruit-smoothie thickness and faint fruity notes.

An intense hop juiciness, with white wine, gooseberry, lemon grass, pineapple, melon. Not much malt character—hop flavor is the show! Finish is mostly bitter but balanced, with a slight lingering bitterness.

Unfiltered but not quite hazy, the subtlety of the nose feels almost English (are those esters or hops notes?), and the grassy hops underpinning the fruit only furthers the U.K.-meets-American feel. The sip is more di-verse, with herbal tea–like tannic bitterness, soft citrus, and gentle strawberry and apricot esters.

"Beautiful display of tropical funk and sweetness in the nose—overripe passion fruit, tangerine, fried plantain. The sip is oddly light, with soft but pungent tropical notes tempered by residual sweetness. Expressive and bold yet controlled."

Crisp peach and fennel notes on the nose offer a curious expression that avoids one-note clichés. The sip is similarly clean and direct, with an immediate medium bitter note that fades into lingering peach and peach-skin notes.

Kiwi and lemongrass on the nose. On the sip, a bright and drying bitterness quickly gives way to a spicy tam-arind note.

Faint strawberry and cantaloupe over French pastry dough evokes a finely crafted tart that’s pushed aside on the sip by a mildly bitter-lime shortbread cookie.

"Soft, sweet tropical-pineapple nose. Hybridizing New England and West Coast, it doesn’t sacrifice much—big fruit notes, boldly expressed, despite the otherwise dry finish."

"Green Gummy bear and light stone fruit on the nose, with a touch of straw. The sip is clean, straightforward, with a lean body that’s more crush than plush, for a warm summer afternoon."

A soft peach and sharp lime offer a nice contrast in the nose, while the sip offers a prickly carbonic bite high-lighted by a pointed bitterness braced by light fruit notes.

A touch of C-hops–style mustiness with a lemon streak shooting through it gives way to a slightly-less-crisp-than-expected body that is light on the brut and heavy on classic West Coast hops and English yeast esters.

"Earthy, grounded, tropical nose, equal parts rustic and sweet. Tropical fruit notes dominate the sip, backed by earthy, mellow bitterness—not West Coast, not New England, something else."

A smooth and steady orange-lime-kiwi fruit nose offers hints of creaminess, and the sip delivers with very light orange-lime-zest smoothie. For the creamy nature of the beer, a remarkably light body.

Simple malt bill with a touch of toasted character plays second fiddle to the light colored citrus hops (orange, grapefruit, lemon). Some earthy spice notes as well hit in the middle of the taste. Balance is great for the style, though a bit under-carbonated. Bitterness is present but not overwhelming.

The nectarine-and-tangerine smoothie nose is creamy and inviting while the sip is equal parts light pithy bit-terness and soft fruit. Bright and punchy.

"Intensely fruity nose eschews balance for bold tropical expression. Sip barely reels in the fruit with a touch of malt and whisper of bitterness. Sacrifices IPA bitterness for a fruit-forward sweet bomb."

Effortlessly bold and bright tropical, nectarine, and tangerine notes offer a wildly compelling nose in this un-filtered-but-not-quite-hazy IPA. The body offers a zero-g parabolic dive, allowing the hops to float in virtual weightlessness with only a touch of bitterness grounding it.

"Familiar if unremarkable corn-like sweetness on the nose; light tropical notes. Gives way to a body that takes tropical flavor (guava, passion fruit) to 11."

High carbonation and chalky and they amplify one another. Orange, peach, lemon a touch of mint and pine wood, with strong mint on the exhalation. It finishes with medium bitterness and more chalkiness."

Very distinctive citrus hops— lemon, tangerine, and a bit of grapefruit. There’s just enough malt sweetness with the tart citrus to evoke Lemon Heads candy before the bitterness rolls in smoothly. As the beer warms, an earthy mushroom-like character develops, which adds complexity and keeps me interested. Malt body is rather thin.

Full avor both from the body and the hops character. Loving the blue- berry! I don’t know how it got into this beer, but it’s a welcome twist. Caramel malt backbone elevates the hops to just where they need to be. Bright back-of- the-tongue bitterness and an incredibly creamy mouthfeel.

More balanced toward the malt than most American IPAs. Honey-like sweetness with supporting caramel and light brown sugar. Robust bitterness does its job but doesn’t get in the way. The flavor is much brighter than the aroma with pleasant floral and pine notes that are well-balanced with a complex malt character. Light bread crust, biscuit, and even wheat sweetness.

Juicy orange flavors, followed by moderate caramel and a long, pleasant bitterness. Similar to aroma, the hops flavor is floral and slightly herbal with a bit of that butterscotch-candy flavor up front. Prominent bitterness, but cut by the malt so as not to induce dry mouth.

A blend of tropical fruit flavors including mango and pineapple, atop a slightly resinous pine foundation. Biscuity malt character is just sweet enough to balance the bitterness, which is firm but doesn’t get in the way. Slight mint and a little onion add depth under the juicy character. Aftertaste is bitter and long lasting, doesn’t grow but stays with you.

This beer has a nice smooth character with some pineapple, lemon, orange, and pine character. The biscuit malt sweetness adds to this beer. It finishes with a slight bitterness that lingers, but isn’t overly bitter. The malt character has a faintly British aspect to it: nutty and caramely. Long, balanced finish is a good blend of sweet and bitter.

Really bight herbal and grassy note comes through on the flavor. The lemon like citrus comes through secondary. Slight bitterness but subdued. We really like the bettering charge. Finishes dry with a nice lemon/lemon grass note.

There’s plenty of malt sweetness in this beer to balance the intense hoppy character. Bitterness and hops flavor shine through with citrus and pine as in the aroma. Clean otherwise and distubingly drinkable for the ABV. Slight bready character from the malt provides some sweetness. Really dry finish without a lot of hops presence with the exception of a citrus note.

Great hops presentation without being heavy handed. Malt supports without being sweet. Hops profile is a tasty blend of orange and pine with a simple malt backbone beneath. The orange has some sweetness with orange peel bitterness. Light hops flavor reprises the floral aroma and adds some citrus. Well balanced for the style.

Moderate hops bitterness up front with a light citrus and pine fruity hops flavor. Light malt backbone gives a nice chewy, medium body. High carbonation helps emphasize the bitterness of the hops. Finishes with a long lasting bitterness that slowly grows. Have another sip before the bitterness grows too much.

Up front citrus bitter, and then it mellows to other flavors (strawberry, lemon, lemongrass). Some spicy notes and grapefruit peel. Some distinct malty sweetness. Green pepper with some peppercorn spiciness and noticeable pine notes. Finishes slightly sweet and fairly dry. Fairly well-balanced.

Delicious fruit and floral-hops sweetness, with a back-end bitter wallop to remind you that you’re drinking a beer. The aftertaste is a combination of pure orange-blossom honey and slight astringent bitterness.”

Lemony, but some grapefruit pith, too. Some resinous pine. Sharp bitterness locks onto the tongue and lasts forever. Some hops astringency. Fairly dry all the way through. Aggressive hops are accentuated by the sharp carbonic acid bite.

Highly bitter, but enough residual sweetness to make it balanced for the style. The orange highlights dance on top of the somewhat grassy and green-onion notes with the blend of herbal tones pulling things together. Malt is a secondary thought. Finish isn’t overly bitter with a slight sweetness on the very end.

Candied lemon pulls through on the flavor. Definitely a hint of grass but not the pronounced pine that is suggested in the aroma. Also some orange sweetness, pithy, with a lemongrass note on the finish and hints of strawberry. Bitterness is more pithy lemon than straight up harsh hops bitterness. Balance is sweet throughout but finishes dry and slightly bitter.

Mandarin orange with a grapefruit kicker—comes through like a grapefruit orange soda. It’s sweet, dry, and slightly acidic. Some cherry esters and bready malt to remind you it’s beer, but the citrus is so dominant the hops are playing second fiddle, aside from the bitterness that lingers into the finish. The citrus rind finish lingers.

The hops profile showcases lemon, some melon, pineapple, and a bit of pine and onion. Body is slightly light. Some nice balanced sweetness to bitterness.

Moderate bitterness upfront with pine and light dankness. Bitterness extends throughout the sip into the aftertaste. Earthy and spicy hop flavors throughout. Dryness helps push the bitterness with only a touch malt in the middle of the sip.

The resinous hops dominate the first impression, letting the berry come through in the swallow. The blackberry flavors integrate well with the citrusy hops notes, coming through as jammy. Combined with the bready and cracker malt, it’s like berry jam spread on a biscuit. Finishes dry, with berry on the aftertaste.

Light sweet oats up front followed by medium melon flavors and tropical fruit. Finish is dry with medium bitterness. Medium chalk flavor.

Initial impression: tangerine. Mid-palate: tangerine. Finish: tangerine. Aftertaste: wait for it…tangerine. A light herbal spicy character similar to white pepper appears as it starts to warm. Creates a nice complexity. Not a lot of beer flavor comes through.

Tropical-fruit hops with a grassy, pith-like quality on the finish. Rich and full-bodied, fairly sweet, just short of cloying. Not particularly bitter on the finish, but there’s a fair amount of hops burn and heat from the alcohol that makes up for it a bit.

The citrus and hops flavors blend into an appealing mélange, with the quality of the citrus rind combining with a balance of malt and hops. Orange comes through more than tangerine and is fairly restrained in the mix—comes across as a standard IPA with good citrus and resinous hops flavors, with a clean bitterness, and light, bready malt. The hops bitterness is moderate, playing a supportive role. The malt is sweet, with a nice biscuit character.

Peaches and cream, with a heavy dose of sweetness. The malt is soft, bread-like, and doughy—very big for the style, and the touch of vanilla puts it over the top. The hops bitterness is low for the style, but definitely there. The finish is drier than expected, with little lingering sweetness.

More citrus and tropical in the flavor with pineapple and a bit of guava. Orange, tangerine, lemon. Also some bready malt. Moderately low sweetness into moderately high bitterness. There’s a bit of a hops burn as well.

“Peach-candy nose is sweet but not too sweet, while the flavor balances with a bright and concise bitterness perfectly scaled to the light body. Feels bigger than its size, but moves nimbly into a quick finish.”

“Pineapple-lime daiquiri nose is an uncanny match for a frozen cocktail. A lightly acidic edge helps define those fruit notes in the sip, with some tangy tart snap. Unusual.”

“Tropical fruit with a cotton-candy softness drives aroma and flavor, while a concise line of resin bitterness abuts the sweeter notes.”

“Juicy without the haze, a pineapple-guava nose blends sweet and earthy funk. The bitterness hits with a rolling wave more than a bite, then recedes quickly into a pithy linger.”

Stinging nose with a punchy herbal bite, it's dank with light overripe tropical fruit notes. The sip is gently bitter and nicely balanced, building intensity with each sip. As thin as an ultra-distance runner, and as focused. No frills, no soft edges.

“Light woody notes with bamboo shoot and faint tropical fruit. Sip whirls together sweetish tropical fruit with that soft bamboo note for a curiously earthy gestalt.”

“Tropical fruit and spicy tropical bitterness in equal measure. Soft but snappy, sweet guava but pithy, loose but well-defined—it’s a study in delicious tropical contrast.”

"Juicy tropical notes on the nose with a significant sweetness, soft and cloud-like. In the sip, sweet orange and tangerine citrus with an herbal effervescent citrus bitterness. It’s very sweet, but endearing and familiar.”

“Very pale, with toasted orange peel and papaya in the nose. On the tongue, it’s pillowy, with a sneaky herbal bitterness that gives way to bigger sweet and tangy papaya notes. Bright, and easy to keep drinking.”

“Orange color and heavy turbidity suggest some mash-up of old and new, and it delivers just that—a bit of citrus meets tropical in the nose, with a constrained, low-key bitterness.”

“Thick tropical-fruit notes get a punch of lemon brightness in the aroma, while the flavor tilts toward hefty and sweet tropical smoothie. A green fruit bitterness helps keep the big body in check with light pepper and warming alcohol notes.”

Aggressive hops bitterness is piney, resinous. Biscuity malt helps round out the finish. Hint of higher alcohols in the finish. Bitter orange, more scallions, a touch of earthiness, and a lovely caramel note. Complex flavor and great mouthfeel. Finishes with a lingering bitterness.

Sweet, with some spicy earthy hops to round, but not quite enough. Moderate malt sweetness, touch of bitterness, light spicy hops, fair bit of earthy, moderate toasty, touch of biscuit, light plum, light floral, moderately creamy. Bitterness is pleasant but slightly subdued.

The aroma continues into the flavor, with melon, peach, mango, complex grapefruit, and lemon notes—could almost taste like a sour to a beer rookie. A medium malt background is sweet and bready. Fruity and tart hops flavors become a mild bitterness that extends into the finish. Slight carbonic bite at the end is dry and punchy.

Bright orange citrus throughout intermingled with a complex malt character not often seen in fruited IPAs. The touch of bread crust and lightly toasted malts reminds me of orange marmalade on toast, with a hint of Grand Marnier. Not a lot of bitterness for an IPA, but some earthiness and floral hops characters. Reads a lot like an amber ale.

Coconut is present without being overwhelming. Tropical hops—pineapple, orange, lemon, and a touch of strawberry—support nicely. Moderately sweet with moderately low bitterness for an IPA, but it’s appropriate given the tropical goal. Coconut character doesn’t overdo it or push into suntan lotion territory. The tropical fruit hops character with the subtle coconut offer an enjoyable combination that doesn’t feel heavy-handed or forced.”

Big hops flavors of citrus, lemon, lemongrass, floral, and grassy notes up front, with a medium bitterness. Light bready toasted malt and fruity esters that complement the hops. Well- balanced for the style, hops-forward, with just enough sweetness from the malt that gives way to a fruity hops profile that dominates through the finish.

"Sophisticated nose: layers of wood, earth, toasted and fresh coconut, subtle herbal pineapple. Coconut flavor charges forward, faint pineapple in background. Bitterness is well-rounded, earthy, a nice foil to coconut sweetness. Touches of herbal spice lurk, broadening the perspective."

Slightly balanced on the side of malt for the style, but with enough bitterness to carry the sweetness. Hops are citrus and floral with hints of lemon, orange, lemongrass, passion fruit, and a touch of dank. A toasty bread backbone. Finish is slightly grassy and has just enough bitterness.

Nice, complex hops flavor with resiny, piney notes and some grapefruit rind and citrus. Great bitterness. Clean and dry finish with little-to-no malt profile.

"Friendly, familiar citrus-pine nose. The sip rolls in gently with confident bitterness that feels more pithy than herbal, but rounded edges give it a gentility that never overstays its welcome. Maintains character despite accessibility."

"Light, clean, tropical nose—lychee and guava. The sip threads the tight space between West Coast bitterness and East Coast fruit with tremendous aplomb, both crisp and bitter, light and fruity, without sacrificing either."

"Sweet citrus-juice nose is focused. Sip feels both classic and new, with throwback-IPA citrus amped on a dad-bod middle that’s neither obese nor chiseled. Citrus-bitter finish invites more sips."

"Nose avoids one-note coconut—fleshy, rich, like a well-made tiki cocktail. Sip brings out coconut milk; light tropical notes and rounded bitterness keep it in check. Never gets too loose or flabby."

Faint locker-room funk layers over bright orange and lemon notes. Assertively sweet yet a touch chalky, but the medium bitterness offers structure while highlighting the fruit notes.

A soft peach and tangerine nose is supported by a remarkably smooth and restrained bitterness that’s fully present yet disappears quickly. The delicious touch of sweetness in the body highlights the fruity notes, creat-ing an old-school IPA full of new-school flavor.

"Bright Citra adjusted by a Nelson Instagram filter, boosting contrast and sharpening edges. Not sweet, not dry, it toes the Aristotelian mean; soft tropical notes backed by tight carbonation."

The flavor is more in line for the style than the aroma with a bigger hops contribution, but it’s still very berry ester–forward for style. The melon is more subdued than in the aroma. Would like some more citrus to add complexity. Bitterness is centered for the style. Spicy/pine hops flavor. Light malt sweetness. Fairly dry.

"Classic PNW sweaty citrus and pine drive the nose, endearingly. Sip is soft, broad, echoing classic hop flavors while embracing the new. Clever, familiar, reassuring."

"Fruity, woody Chardonnay notes with copious green tropical fruit. Funk competes with fruit. The sip offers a quirky bitterness, unsettlingly intense. Weird and left field, for the serious hopheads."

"Guava and lychee burst from the nose. The sip offers funky, tropical, yet structured and defined fruit flavor."

"Tropical fruit goes floral in the nose, with a bit of smoothie sweetness. The sip is flatter, with a one-dimensional fruit sweetness, lightly prickly bitterness, and oddly watery body for an imperial-strength beer."

"Waxy Lemonhead candy and peach-candy nose. The sip brings more soft peach, with a prominent pale-malt note. Zippy carb provides a bit of bite, but it’s quick and easy with minimal contact."

Bright, yet soft and unassuming—a confident and self-assured take, not afraid to balance on the lighter end of the flavor spectrum. A bit of soft tropical-fruit smoothie with a sprinkle of leek or ramps and the perfect touch of citrus sweetness to pull it all together.

"Neutral nose like Switzerland amidst citrus world war. While bitter battles rage, this big IPA rejects purely citrus or dank models, elevating smooth herbal bitterness to an artform."

Earthy hops flavor (rosemary with a bit of sage) hits first, but then a dollop of tropical/citrus comes in and takes over with rich tropical fruit (especially papaya), tangerine, some grapefruit, and lemon. Between the citrus and the esters, this is very fruity. A moderate sweetness hits up front, and the hops bitterness balances out the sweetness through the taste. Moderate-to-full chewy body.

Nelson Sauvin–style white-wine notes prevail with undertones of pear, lychee, and kiwi, but with only the mildest funky diesel notes that typically accompany. The sip is a touch chalky with a hint of herbal spice that gives structure to the tropical-fruit notes.

Nice grain sweetness without being husky. The malt profile defines this beer, with just enough hop flavor for balance. Nice dry finish.

Medium malt sweetness with a moderate tannic astringency. Hops are earthy and spicy with a slight grassiness. Complex flavors bounce from roasty, smoked, and slight coffee notes to a sweet and dank hops character.

Prominent hop bitterness balanced by malt sweetness and the requisite roast and toast. The butterscotch aroma carries through to the flavor and works well. The sweetness is quickly overtaken by aggressive hop bitterness that finishes with a lingering astringency.

Strong notes of pine, orange peel, and citrus followed by a pronounced caramel malt sweetness. Hops are more an undertone of the sweetness. Finishes dry but has a lingering sweet taste. It has that maltiness that overpowers the hops and is closer to a barleywine than an IPA.

Complex hops character. Ripe juicy orange and grapefruit with some lemon zest. Nice supportive caramel malt sweetness—rye, caramel, and crystal malt. Had the very aggressive bitter and hoppy approach but hid the alcohol well. The neck-ruffling hops character was pretty extreme. Abrasive.

Strong fruity and tropical hop flavors—pineapple, star fruit, kiwi, lemon—is balanced with a grainy malt sweetness, but the balance is definitely weighted toward the hops. There is a floral element to it, but it’s more honey floral.

Nice malt sweetness that balances out the bitterness. Slight grassiness, notes of pineapple, pear, grapefruit, mango, and tangerine. Finish is decidedly bitter and lingering.

An orange Creamsicle note on the nose pushes close to milkshake territory, and the ever-so-soft bitterness on the sip foregoes typical orange pithy intensity for an engaging, subtle, and slightly sweet citrus note.

Juicy and rich tropical fruit character with moderate bitterness and a touch of lingering sweetness. Body is fairly big for style, but finishes relatively dry making you want another sip.

Vanilla, mint, tropical fruits, and a light caramel malt sweetness make for a unique flavor. Crisp carbonation and a light body deliver refreshment upon which the interesting flavors are layered. Hops bitterness is appropriately firm and completely in balance. Fresh and juicy. Aftertaste features a soft, rounded bitterness. Light but not thin-bodied.

Clean malt and yeast flavors provide a nice base for some tasty hops avors with restrained bitterness. There are the expected strong citrus notes, but light pine and dank avors add a nice depth. Nice citrus up front, followed by forest floor and musty (but pleasant) notes. Subtle caramel rounds out the middle and gives way to a long, pleasing bitter finish.

Great blend of the hops and malt sweetness in this beer. Some biscuit notes. Nice orange, mango, pineapple, and melon-like fruit sweetness. The bitterness kicks in to balance the sweetness and is a nice addition without making this too bitter. The beer is crisp and bright through the finish. Alcoholic warmth adds to the overall character without overwhelming the palate.

Assertive bitterness hits first and provides the context for everything else. The hops flavor slips in behind the bitter, with grapefruit and a woody pine, some pineapple and tropical fruit. Toasty malt adds body and a little sweetness. Nice juiciness, but finishes slightly dry.

The grapefruit pithiness ushers in a healthy dose of dank, piney, resinous, tart hops. The grapefruit flavor is mostly rind, but a bit of juice. Biscuit maltiness on the back end and some caramel malt sweetness lend a fullness to the body and round it out. Floral esters and the hops bitterness linger through the aftertaste.

Well balanced with significant fruit character from the hops. Citrus and red berry with a touch of mango and grassy/herbal to top things off. The malt is clean and supporting as it brings a slight toasted bready character. Bitterness lingers with a touch of coating sweetness.

More bitterness than one expects from the aroma. Juicy tropical hops are enhanced by a candy-like light malt sweetness and backed by a balanced bitterness. Very creamy.

The juiciness and fruitiness of the peach come through much more on the flavor, with the herbal and grassy hops playing more of a supporting role. Lots of sweetness up front for an IPA from the bready malts, which also work to support the fruity esters. Floral hops flavors are present, but not enough bitterness for an IPA. The finish is dry.

Soft and fluffy throughout. Low bitterness with a dry finish. Orange, lemon, lime, peach, and tangerine notes. Body is quite chewy. A mineral-like, chalky mouthfeel hangs out on the finish and magnifies the dryness of the attenuation.

Rich mix of tropical-fruit sweetness and bready malt sweetness. Not particularly bitter—what you would expect from the style—leaving a soft lingering orange and strawberry fruitiness with a slight warming quality.

Tangerine carries through into the flavor especially well. Lemon, orange, dank, and herbal all work their way in. There’s some alcohol evident as well. Moderate malt sweetness with some caramel and moderately high bitterness.

The pineapple slips right into the citrusy tropical-fruit flavor (orange, mango, papaya, coconut) of the hops. It’s a little distinctive because it’s riper than the usual pineapple character. It also adds a balancing tartness that goes well with the lemon/orange citrus. Could use more carbonation to accentuate some of the brighter flavors.

Starts with a fair amount of malty sweetness with a rich mix of fruity hops. Orange and peach dominate here as in the aroma. There are also some nice tropical fruit and pine and hints of coconut and brown sugar. Bitterness is right on for the style. Lingering fruit notes of mango, banana, and a bit boozy as it warms.

Wonderful, complex pine and citrus hops character blends nicely with just enough malt sweetness to balance and give it a soft body. Beer is slightly sweet for the style until the very finish which is nice and dry.

Pretty juicy (orange) and not a huge onion bomb that the aroma made it seem like it was going to be. Definitely has alcohol, but it isn’t overpowering. For a high-gravity IPA, this has a good amount of hops flavor (pine, resin, orange) and malt backbone. Balanced toward bitter as it should be, but all in all, it has a lot of other stuff going on.

Citrus and light stone fruit dominate the palate with just enough malt backbone to cut the intense hops character. The body is rich and inviting, but once you sip it, you are reminded that you’re above 10 percent. Medium dank hops flavor profile comes through mid-palate. Honey and caramel come through at the end.

Hops flavor is a blend of earthy and pine. Slightly sweet malt yields to clean fruity hops (peach, apricot), and it’s slightly dank. Finishes dry enough for the style and slightly bitter, but not as bitter as a traditional West Coast IPA.

Rich tropical-fruit notes with a fair bit of sweetness. Peach, guava, pineapple, orange. Moderate bitterness and fairly dry finish.

Big fruit cocktail: tangerine, lemon, cherry, banana, peach, pineapple, mango. It’s hard to separate the hops from the fermentation esters. Some spicy black pepper notes. A light touch of alcohol warming toward the end of the sip. Smooth bitterness. Medium sweetness.

Grassy and herbal. Slight spice, almost minty. Orange and lemon dominate here as on the aroma with fairly high bitterness for style. Malt is soft and just supports the high hopping rates. Finishes a touch sweet with a lingering bitterness.

“Zippy citrus in the nose layered with an almost dried citrus-tea element. On the palate, a rich mouthfeel without sweetness, punctuated with a thin burst of herbal hop bitterness that hits quickly and recedes. Both East and West.”

“It conveys its strength like a weightlifter at muscle beach, showy and aggressive, but it backs up its claims with smooth definition.”

“Really soft juicy citrus with a touch of tropical funk. Gentle and not-too-sweet with a nice touch of tropical bitterness for a pleasant edge.”

“Light berry in the nose with low-key stone-fruit notes. In the sip, a cohesive body with integrated bitterness supports spicy berry notes and a building bitterness that grows with each sip. Still, it’s remarkably clean.”

“Musky tropical spice on the nose, restrained but intriguing. The sip pushes bitterness forward, gentle and rolling. But it builds in waves of tropical herbal spice.”

“Orange blossom, citrus, and a light honey note in the nose. The sip is soft and sweet, with only a faint fruity bitterness off in the background.”

“Quickly dissipating head opens up with a generic fruitiness that spans berry, citrus, and melon backed with a light herbal note. A burst of herbal bitterness in the sip falls fast for a get in, get out quick drinkability.”

“Big, but decently structured and balanced, it hits hard quickly, with a nose that mixes up dank weed and light tropical citrus notes. In the sip, the same dueling flavors compete, with tropical fruit sweetness butting up against an herbal-weedy bitterness. Intense on all fronts but balanced well.”

“Dried mango on the nose, almost powdery with a vague sweet- potato element. On the sip, mango and pineapple collide with an earthy undertone and a bit of grilled-pineapple char. While fruity, it’s firmly grounded.”

“Sweet and slightly chalky tropical-fruit intensity in the nose—amped up and aggressive. The sip brings crisp and peppery tropical fruit in the body—lightly defined in a way that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Smartly balanced.”

As in the aroma, a nice mix of grapefruit, mango, orange, peach, and melons with a touch of lemongrass for complexity. Moderate hops flavors and bitterness, with light melon and a slight banana flavor. A touch of sweetness that quickly dries out and a light spiciness that continues into the finish, leaving a low-level bitter aftertaste.

Tastes like a delicious casserole. Lots of curious flavors—roasted sweet red peppers, dank notes, and a hard-to-place umami richness. A bit boozy, but the crazy flavors hold up to it. The fine carbonation and slight sweetness remind you of the strength. A slight dank character as it warms, and it finishes with a light sweetness while the alcohol lingers.

Broad but thoroughly integrated warm fruit notes sit over a touch of fennel, spice, and crusty bread. The sip is classic PNW bitterness initially, fading into a bittersweet linger.

A soft and slightly sweet grapefruit nose segues into a softly bitter sip that allows the sweet fruit notes to shine.

Hop flavor is a bit muted for the style. Mostly citrus, but malt sweetness comes through a bit. Finish is bitter but balanced— clean and dry with slight hint of citrus peel.

A crisp clean nose hints at red peach and cantaloupe while a medium bitterness in the sip feels properly in place and substantial in weight as it nicely balances the fruit, ethanol, and malt sweetness.

The de rigueur Citra and Mosaic nose takes a bit of a turn with strawberry and peach yeast esters for a broad and soft aroma. The sip is more of the same—pillowy peach, apricot, and strawberry with a very light bitter-ness.

Subtly integrated hops nose offers a bit of California white, while the intensely carbonated body floats on the tongue with mild yet sophisticated hops that pull out bits of apple and pear, light tropical fruits, and a touch of pineapple.

What it gives up in intensity, it makes up for in all-around drinkability, as this balanced-on-the-lighter-side hazy IPA offers slightly sweet fruit-forward comfort without the heft of others in the category. Subtle peach and apricot aromas and flavors with a hint of tropical lychee and kiwi for depth.

Pine and lemon are front and center. Orange citrus notes with just a touch of toasted malt support. Significant, but not overwhelming, bitterness with enough malt backbone to make this beer really drinkable. A bit of pine. The keynote is that clean bitterness that offers a long aftertaste, partnered with the pine and some citrus. Well after the swallow, I’m still savoring.

Rich tropical guava/lychee on the nose is highlighted with a touch of diesel funk. The sip is an expertly re-strained sweet-malt note highlighting those tropical flavors in a compelling way.

"Classic orange-pine nose gets a creamy twist; soft vanilla smoothie notes. The sip mashes that with old-school West Coast vibes—softer, sweeter elements balanced by ragged herbal bitterness. Its feet in both worlds, it’s both familiar and new."

"Nose of pomegranate and rose. The sip dives into tropical territory, with punchy, lightly bitter tropical/citrus fruit. Mid-low bitterness maintains the fruit party. Just enough structure."

"Tight tropical fruit on the nose, implied sweetness. The sip offers smoothie-like softness—mango, guava—backed by tropical bitterness. For a beer that’s nowhere near turbid, it’s remarkably soft. Enticing."

"Quirky citrus-pineapple nose; vanilla and wood soften the intense fruit. On the sip, sweetness pushes thoroughly into dessert territory, buffered only by touches of fruit-acidity and herbal bitterness. Polarizing. Complex, interesting, very sweet."

Softly enticing nectarine and papaya notes segue into a creamy body with similar fruit notes and a mid-sip bitter hit that cleans it up before trailing off into a bit of gin-and-tonic juniper and lime.

"Big, stinky tropical flower-blooms on the nose. Like a rainforest of intense aroma—citrus, mango, lychee, star fruit, sweaty locker room, decaying logs, waxy bark. The sip tones down the weirdness, ups the sweetness, delivering a deep experience."

Watermelon, strawberry, and mango aromas and flavors swirl into an almost creamy mouthfeel despite the clarity. A remarkably delicious fruit-forward IPA as confounding as it is rewarding.

Bold tropical fruit notes evoke passion fruit and mango with deeper layers of musk, coconut husk, and al-mond. The sip hits quickly with a tight but polished bitterness that softens into more lingering citrus and bit-ter orange peel. A thoroughly new-school approach to West Coast IPA.

Soft lemon and lime on the nose feels classic yet not overbearing, and the flavor offers a similar soft and rolling bitterness that gently asserts itself. But a slight lingering malt note keeps it from finishing as crisply and cleanly as we’d like.

Clean with a soft floral nose. Bantam-weight body gives just enough support to the gentle bitterness.

Super fruity and complex. Peach, tangerine, orange, mango. Malt supports by providing a touch of sweetness and a rich backbone. It finishes lightly bitter but lacks the softness that makes so many of these beers excellent. Well balanced overall.

Light and well-balanced with a substantial bitterness to balance the nice honey sweetness with some bready malt character. Hops are a complex blend of orange, lemon, and pine with some herbal complexity in the finish. The alcoholic heat from the aroma isn’t nearly as present. Hops bitterness lingers, and the hops flavor lingers lightly into the aftertaste.

Flavor is consistent with the aroma. I have to search to find a lot. Tropical fruit and some citrus peel sits on top of a surprisingly sturdy malt foundation. A little bit of caramel in there. The bitterness is delightful, with a long, citrus-like finish. Full fruity hops avor. In contrast to some of the others, hops flavor is what persists into the nish.

Moderate bitterness with a bit of spicy notes supported by a bit of biscuity malt. A slight hint of fall spices—annatto seed, bitter orange, toffee, and a long, long bitterness. Substantial malt structure supports the hops character well.

Earthy and piney with a slight honey-like malt sweetness and a well-constructed bitter profile that pushes to the edge of harsh without going over it. Citrus notes are more zesty than fruity. As aggressive as the aroma was, the flavor is quite rounded and approachable. A mild grapefruit-rind note helps it from going too far into the forest

There is a smoothness to this beer. Lovely orange and pine needles along with a good dose of caramel malt. Great depth of flavor without excessive complexity. Straightforward but delightful. Some alcoholic warmth in the moderately bitter finish. Initial sweet citrus fades quickly into a malt-focused finish. Flavor is considerably more potent than the aroma.

The biscuit and toast malt sweetness hit in the front. Grapefruit, orange, and some lemon citrus notes from the hops pick up and carry through. The bitterness is unobtrusive but completely adequate and carries through the finish and is appropriate with the malt and hops sweetness. Well balanced.

This delivers the hops! Great resiny citrus flavor, touch of sweet malt, plenty of body, bitterness throughout, and a nice alcohol warming.

Big hops leans toward some of the harsher dank/resinous qualities, but the overall impression is still balanced. Pushes past the citrus and into a floral—almost Easter lily or iris—sulfur thing. The finish is chewy and lingers wonderfully with a mix of bitter and fruity notes

Intense orange flavors, with some incredible depth, bringing in flavors from the entire fruit, yet managing not to dominate. The thick, dank hops flavor adds a nice blend of bitterness and citrus. The dry malt character adds sweetness and some honey at the finish.

Lemon, grapefruit, pineapple, and other tropical fruits dominate, but the resinous pine notes dance beneath and there’s an intense, clean bitterness. The light body is very well balanced with the bitterness. Just a touch of sweetness in the start that is balanced with the bitterness to give it a great dry finish.

Medium body and chewiness with a complex citrus hops character (orange, lemon, blood orange). Malt bill supports the high hopping rate well, yielding a soft mouthfeel and restrained bitterness that doesn’t overpower the juicy hops flavors.

Spicy alcohol notes actually work well here to blend with the rosy hops flavor. Bitterness is moderate but not overpowering. Smooth with the melon flavor dominating the profile.

Grapefruit is more pronounced in the flavor, but the pine is still there. Slight grassy or vegetal note. Bitterness is pronounced and a little pithy, but not harsh. Finish draws on both the flavor and bitterness of the hops. Fairly dry, but there’s a light candy sweetness in the mid-palate.

Strongly lemon and grapefruit. The alcohol is fairly present for being a single IPA, but it transitions to a smooth welcomed bitterness that embraces you like an old friend. Drys out very nicely, and the lingering bitterness fades rapidly. Medium bitterness helps accentuate the perceived citrus acidity.

The lemon and herbal grass in the aroma come together as lemongrass in the flavor with just a touch of bready malt to support. Notes of blue cheese and strawberries. Nice lingering resin-like bitterness that lasts until the following sip. The finish is dry and a touch astringent.

Light and crisp, with a balance of bitter from the hops and citrus. Wonderfully dry, with pithy citrus flavors—the orange and grapefruit rind are well-matched with the resinous piney hops. Moderately high esters, with a splash of malt right before the swallow pops the hops back into focus, with a bitterness that coats the tongue and encourages another sip.

Tropical, stone fruit, peach, and banana. Very fruity overall. Moderately high sweetness that fades into moderate bitterness and moderately low acidity. There’s some alcohol warmth in there as well.

Heavy on the grapefruit rind with a healthy amount of dankness and slight onion. A touch of malt sweetness keeps the hops from taking over. An assertive bitterness provides some balance without getting aggressive. Light spices are well balanced with the bitterness.

Mix between fruity pineapple and dank earthy hops that works beautifully. Moderate body with a light alcohol presence that balances well with the moderate sweetness and bitterness.

There is a nice balance in this beer. Citrus sweetness with notes of grapefruit, lemon, some orange. A delicate sweetness continues throughout the taste. The bitterness adds complexity and carries through the finish but is not overpowering. Light body for the style, but very drinkable.

A delicate sweetness with a light body carry through the taste. Sweet notes with grapefruit, lemon, and some dryness of pine. Some onion and tropical fruit. The bitterness is in line with the light body and adds complexity without being overly bitter. Clean simple malt bill below.

Similar to a white IPA in terms of spiciness, hints of white pepper and ginger that pair nicely with a backing tropical fruitiness. Guava character has a light sweetness that helps balance out the tartness a bit. Light body, dry and crisp on the finish.

“Juicy, tropical nose braced by a bitter tropical edge; the sip comes in soft and explodes with a rather intense bitterness that’s unexpected but not unpleasant.”

“Subtle stone fruit, soft peach, and a bit of cream on the nose with faint tropical hits. The sip strikes a casual middle ground between sweet body and light crisp bitterness, with just a bit of tropical fruit as it lingers. Simple and accessible.”

“Zippy herbal nose with pithy fruit. The sip is punchy and energetic with subtle fruit notes and bigger dank herbal notes. Nicely balanced away from sweet.”

“A bit of guava fruit with an earthy pineapple back—the tropical cocktail piece is evident. On the sip, fruit notes hang in pitched relief against a classic piney backdrop. Modern with a classic twist.”

“Woody tropical fruit with an herbal-tea jag. The sip brings bright herbal bitterness with a tropical funky note, layered over rich fruit midtones. Pensive despite its obvious pleasure.”

“Beautiful sweaty tropical-fruit notes layer over a subtle darker malt note in the nose. The sip explores soft tropical-fruit flavors, exceptionally smooth dark malt notes, and a very light and rounded bitterness that doesn’t distract.”

“Woody, funky tropical notes in the nose, but dialed back with subtle restraint. In the sip, light malt and fleshy papaya provide heft, but it’s slightly dulled by a broadly sprawling bitterness.”

“Lightly perfumy floral notes in the nose with an orange-blossom angle. The sip is big but fruit-forward, the alcohol and residual body highlighting the floral and citrus notes.”

“Spicy mango nose with sweaty undertones leads into the punchy sip. It’s sweet, fruity, and spicy, with a ratcheted-up intensity in bitterness and sweetness despite its small size.”

“Stone- fruit and sweaty tropical nose. Tropical bitterness—zesty with a bit of zip—with stone-fruit and pineapple notes. Sweet but not too sweet.”

Grapefruit juice notes and some orange. Sweet but not too sweet. Some bitterness and grapefruit through the finish with slight warmth. Strong toasted character with orange/lemon/pineapple esters. Intensely bitter throughout with a long nish. Rich pine with woody undertones and some lemon and orange. The bitterness is well executed with no harsh edges. Nice body, too.

Super citrusy and a nice melon, mango-like fruit character with a chewy malt character that isn’t too heavy. Crisp and clean nish with a hint of alcohol heat. Smooth and well-integrated flavors. The bitterness is present but not too bitter, and the warmth in the finish adds to the experience. Light tangerine, light pine tar, earthy, with a light ethanol warmth. Nice carbonation and body. Fun mouthfeel. I like the bitterness.

Spicy, resinous pine is most pronounced, yet underneath, fruity notes of orange, lemon, and citrus are present. Big sweetness that transitions into a medium bitterness toward the finish. Flavors are delicate and integrated, with good carbonation. The sip finishes a touch cloying, with a light bitterness.

A great fruit complexity, featuring orange, pineapple, grapefruit, citrus, mango, lime, and melon. Moderate bitterness from the hops, with some pine, a little spice, and lemongrass. Very smooth, creamy body and mild carbonation. The finish is bitter and long-lasting.

Big fruitiness up front with melon, ruby red grapefruit, tangerines, and a light cherry. A medium sweetness with a light alcohol warming that’s balanced and not over the top. The pleasant malt sweetness fades into a nice bitterness that doesn’t linger too long.

Bright, light, and crisp, with a dry hops bitterness and light fruitiness. The citrus hops flavors pop up front, with light lemon, grapefruit, and orange. Majorly juicy, like hops candy. Mild malt sweetness quickly drops off to a nice backend bitterness—it’s very clean and showcases the hops well. The body approaches thin, but that’s understandable at this ABV.

Like a great day at your favorite dispensary, in liquid form, it delivers a weedy diesel intensity at first that settles into light tropical fruit braced unflinchingly by its dank structure.

Subtle yet pointed pinot grigio notes offer a gentle but characterful white-wine nose with a faint citrus in the background. The sip is effervescent and bright, with an airy and weightless body that underscores the subtlety of the experience. It’s difficult to even approach this as beer, as only the slightest bit of malt hints at its beer origins. But the experience is fragrant, tightly nuanced, and thoroughly well-considered—an expertly crafted beer that offers a different vision of what beer can be.

"Intensely tropical fruit-and-vanilla nose with a few sweaty touches broadcasts a dessert beer. The sip isn’t as sweet as the nose suggests, its round body a touch watery. Vanilla smooths the rougher edges for drinkability."

Hop flavor is dominant with fruity citrus flavors. Medium hop bitterness with low straw malt qualities. A juicy IPA, with prominent fruity hops that bring out mango, tangerine, and ruby red grapefruit flavors. Some pine and floral flavors with a bitter finish that lingers.

"Strawberry, rhubarb, clementine, gym sock: weird but oddly compelling. The sip is more straightforward: bright berry, subtle tropical funk, round bitterness. Atypically intriguing, like noise-rock that vacillates from atonal riffs to poppy hooks."

Bold but bright, the nose is a bit like sun shining on pineapple and guava next to a white-wine spritzer with a citrus twist. Building this level of flavor into such a weightless beer is a feat, and the perfectly matched, very light bitterness still offers structure and rhythm to the airy sip. A considerable feat, thoroughly well executed.

Crisp mango on the nose, very pale golden body with a significant but not overwhelming haze, and a refresh-ingly crisp yet fruity body that splits the line between East and West Coast.

"Lambic-like funky nose is weird and wonderful—citrus, smoke, minerality, earth. Sip returns to the juicy line—bright citrus, subtle bitterness, sweet body pulling it together. A beer I want to keep smelling forever."

A sweaty locker-room funk settles into dank and citrus notes as it warms. On the tongue, it’s warm and fa-miliar with a slightly sweeter approach that complements the citrus notes, but the finishing bitterness scrubs the palate for the next sip.

Perfumy citrus notes on the nose layer over bready malt notes for classic appeal, and while malt-forward, the crisp sip offers a touch of citrus sweetness quickly resolved by the lingering medium bitterness.

"Classic juicy orange and light pine, feeling like a bright contemporary take on West Coast IPA. The sip is crisp, fruity, with a touch of floral hops creeping in toward the end. Bright without being brutal."

An orange-smoothie nose with glimpses of sharp orange curaçao liqueur flows into a loosely structured and quite sweet body that would benefit from a touch more bitterness.

"White grape, kiwi, light pineapple nose, crisply defined. Soft tropical bitterness drives the sip, rounded, not overbearing, finishing quickly to let a bit of light malt shine."

"Big, rich nose with sweaty, tropical, overripe fruit and a cleansing floral note. Smells sweet. The sip is absurdly light for such a big beer—antigravity in full effect. Quirky tropical fruit hovers weightless in midair while OK Go pops juicy fruit balloons."

A floral and herbal nose offers a bit of throwback English feel with a touch of orange peel and honeysuckle for good measure. But it’s elevated by a deft handling of malt, as the crisp but characterful body provides the perfect foil.

"Citrus and melon with a slight musty note. The sip offers clever bits of C-hops, sweet malt, and a round but slightly rough bitterness that seems to be everywhere at once."

Alternating waves of sweet citrus and musky herbal diesel funk offer an intriguing nose that changes by the minute. The sip is more citrus hops–forward but with a lingering herbal hops note that tastes the way freshly kilned hops smell. Not just a fruit smoothie, but one for those who know.

Very soft peach and floral notes in the nose give way to a soft grapefruit/pineapple sweet yet pithy note. Subtle but less engaging.

Orange, lime, and kiwi suggest sweetness on the aroma, and the flavor follows through with equal parts sweet fruit and palate-cleansing bitterness, for a remarkably balanced and enveloping beer that splits the dif-ference between dominant styles.

A blunt creamy vanilla-mint note drives the offbeat but intriguing nose. The flavor is coconut and wormwood with some mild citrus undertones. All in all, a curious and quirky beer that’s oddly compelling.

Sharp and intense with some hard-charging fruit diesel. The thick body offers a wide sure stance, but it es-chews slow sluggish heft for a yeast-and-hops bite that keep it moving.

Some spice, citrus, tangerine, orange, caramel, bread crust. Bitterness increases as it warms into earthy, spicy, grapefruit. Caramel candy in the flavor—cracker jacks? Low mint in the background with a musty yeasty earth character that gave it some dimension.

Pineapple and passion fruit dominate the intensely fruity nose with tropical flair. The sip is a touch more beer-ish, with a mild pithy bitterness offering the lightest of structures to the fruit-forward flavor.

Intriguing sweetness and juicy fruit character in this beer. Nice citrus notes of orange, grapefruit, and lemon. The bitterness is measured with the malt and hops sweetness for a delicate, delightful malt backbone. Floral honey and lime citrus notes up front—a very different profile than what we have had so far. Almost a light acidic note with a touch of salt reminiscent of a gose. Dry aftertaste with medium bitterness that intertwines with that acidity.

Some juicy grapefruit character and orange citrus notes. Serious hops flavor and bitter edge make a strong hoppy assertion. The bitterness lingers strongly into the finish and contributes a mild astringency, but the hops flavor sticks around to keep it company. There’s enough malt sweetness to remind you that it’s beer and not hops tea.

nteresting sugar profile of caramel and white sugar on top of the crazy tropical-fruit and spice blend. Notes of peach leather and strawberries with a strong pineapple component. Chewy as can be with a bit lower carbonation than the style is known for. The caramel comes out pretty strongly in the finish making it a bit weighty even for the ABV.”

Nice light bready malt flavor in the start. Lemon and orange in the middle beneath a strong peach backbone. Malt is clean and supporting without being sweet. Finish is bitter but not aggressive. Very smooth and well balanced.

Guava juice and bananas, coconut, dried pineapple, orange. Sweet mid-palate but finishes off with just the right amount of bitterness. Sweetness dominates the mouth front to back.

Great chewy balanced IPA, not overwhelmingly complex, but everything comes together nicely. The hops character leans toward grassy notes with a nice wet hay, tangerine, and lemon-tart quality. Finish is a little heavy, but bitter enough that it doesn’t come across sweet.

Dank, resinous flavor, nice and strong, plus a rich citrus complexity. Slides smoothly into a rich bitterness. Moderately strong malt but still subservient to the hops. Clean, smooth bitter finish, with medium sweetness. Spicy notes, too, from the hops: oregano mostly. Tropical fruit.

Rich hoppiness dominates this beer with citrus, tropical fruit, and pine throughout. Great balance, dry finish, notable hops bitterness, and everything persists well through the swallow. It’s very crisp and well-defined. Some noticeable heat on the back of your throat.

A nice balance of grainy sweetness with a hint of caramel and tropical-fruit hops flavors. There’s also a pleasant grapefruit hops flavor with a bit of pine to back it. Obvious bitterness, but not too harsh. Bitter aftertaste suggests another sip is a good idea.

Bright tropical flavor with a nice lemon and lemongrass note. Slight/low pine character travels right to the back and leaves a lingering bitterness. Really nice bready malt character. Second sip comes through as much more resin/dank in character. The slightly sweet finish is the only thing detracting from this beer.

The fruit and hops provide big citrus flavors of grapefruit, bringing in notes of zest and pulp. The hops are bold and bitter without being harsh, with dank and citrus characteristics. The malt is bready and smooth, sweet and supportive, but relatively thin.

Big tropical juicy hops notes with big juicy grape. Moderate acidity and tannins, with a bit of wine character. Bready malt and low-to-moderate sweetness that’s balanced by moderately high (and lingering) bitterness and dryness.

A healthy balance of tropical fruit juice (orange and pineapple), dank dispensary character, and a healthy amount of bitterness (a characteristic sometimes lacking in New England IPAs). A pleasant amount of soft malt sweetness rounds everything out, but the bitterness carries through, just to remind you, that despite the haze, this is still an IPA first and foremost.

Lemon, lemongrass, grapefruit, bready. Moderate sweetness, moderate-to-high firm bitterness that balances the body nicely. Body and mouthfeel are spot on, with an underlying sweetness that offsets most of the finishing bitterness. Relatively high carb, which makes it pop on the palate.

A welcoming earthy dankness with the juice of citrus (lemon, grapefruit) and tropical fruits (guava). Some peach. Flavors seem to complement each other to give an overall pleasant experience.

Bright and rich fruity flavors of ripe pineapple, candied orange, and mango. The dankness is much more subdued and provides just a touch of complexity. Nice malt sweetness and creamy mouth feel. A touch of bitterness that grows after the sip, but malt and juicy hops flavors dominate.

Big chewy blend of lemon, grapefruit, orange blossom, and tropical stone fruit with a healthy dose of spicy hops character to pull everything together. Bitterness balances the malt, but could use a little more edge.

“Orange-blossom aroma with unsweet bitter citrus and pineapple juice in the sip. A prickly carb but pleasantly light body.”

“Hazy tropical fruit and a honeysuckle floral note add a simultaneously sweet and funky note to the nose. The sip is big and rich, tropical with a perfect bitterness that feels ideally aligned with the soft fruity notes in the beer.”

“Woody and cool tropical nose with hits of kiwi and dried tropical- fruit tea. The sip is creamy and hefty, but a papaya-like fruit body with pithy undertones provides an edge. Finishes with a crisp tropical bitterness that asks for another sip.”

“Light tangerine, orange, and general tropical notes. In the sip, an amorphous, generally sweet, broadly fruity character doesn’t lean on individual hops for distinct notes, but blends everything into a fruit-salad mixing bowl.”

“The creamy tropical and stone-fruit nose is subtle and smooth, while the sweet guava-peach sip would feel cloying if it weren’t for the light tropical bitterness and generally thinner-than-expected body. Despite the ABV, a general lightness prevails.”

“Orange and funky tropical sulfur notes in equal measure for a balanced but intense aroma. The flavor is more subtle than the nose suggests, dropping into unsweet orange juice with a rounded bitterness that’s strong for the genre.”

“Locker room meets tropical funk in the nose with a bit of mango and guava. The sip is sweet but balanced with a bit of tropical bitterness that keeps it in check. Ambitious, but focused.”

This obviously higher-ABV take on a double IPA hides the light alcohol warmth well under fruit-salad hops notes, soft malt, tangerine, pineapple, and mouthlling carbonation. Tropical fruit in a dense pine forest with lingering bitterness.

Strong orange and lemon hops avor over a moderate toasted malty sweet backbone. Bitterness is moderate throughout, and the beer nishes pretty dry. Nice Juicy character with orange and grapefruit juice. Very clean citrus hops flavor—tangerine, orange, and lemon, with spicy undertones. I still get the basil here, too, like Thai basil. Pleasant hops bitterness with a solid malt back. The finish is clean and not harsh.

Bright and juicy hops notes are high on avor and moderate on bitterness. Finish is clean with only a hint of astringency. Malt is lightly sweet and balanced perfectly with the moderate hops bitterness. Slight astringency in the bitterness distracts from the otherwise pleasant finish. The juicy character of the beer carries through to the finish and sits beside the bitter aspects from the hops in this beer.

Very fruity, very sweet, almost cocktail-like. The fruit fest continues, but now it’s joined by some deeper notes: guava, bits of evergreen, and tamarind. The bitterness keeps the beer in check but it finishes a little sweet with a honey-like malt sweetness.

Hops profile is explosive! Tropical flavors, citrus-peel bitter, lightly caramel sweet, lingering bitterness.

Moderate bitterness, with light pine notes that extend well into the finish. Light dank and earthy notes, with a little pine and hops freshness. The flavors are delicate, with notes of pineapple, lemon, and tropical fruit. The mouthfeel is creamy and soft, with gorgeous carbonation.

Bright, juicy, fresh fruitiness, with moderate grapefruit and mango flavors. Just a hint of fruit sourness in there. There’s a blend of orange, pineapple, and grapefruit that meld with the spice, dank, and pine from the hops. The mouthfeel is pretty thick; the malt adds a little sweetness, yet the finish is somewhat dry.

A wallop of hops fruitiness up front mellows into a nice touch of sweetness, that tapers into an appropriate bitter and juicy finish. Hops flavors incorporate candied oranges, pineapples, over-ripened mangoes, and papayas. Some danky pine notes emerge as it warms, but this only adds depth to an already stellar beer—the orange and tropical fruit notes play off each other and the medium bitterness nicely.

Fruit sweetness that includes mango, pineapple, grapefruit, and light strawberry. Very smooth and complex. Flavors of pine, resin, and spice lend some awareness to the alcohol content, emerging in the middle and lasting to the end. The body is fluffy and creamy, allowing the beer to blend well throughout the taste through the finish.

Citrus meets cereal on the nose as a bready malt character balances the strong orange notes underpinned by slight herbal funky and dank notes. The sip is right down the middle of the plate for Citra-forward IPAs with prominent citrus and just enough bitterness to scrub it clean.

"Earthy, lower-key, overripe tropical fruit on the nose. That persists into the sip, with a backing bitterness nearly indistinguishable from the whole. Nimble and deft despite big, weighty flavors."

Complex hop flavor without any singular flavors dominating—citrus rind, some floral, and citrus juice character, subtle pine. Balanced well with light sweet malt character. Citrus up front with juicy grapefruit and some pine, earthy hop flavors add complexity. Bitterness prominent and lingers only long enough to beg for more.

Bright, almost sharp hop flavors with prominent citrus rind, resin, pine. Some subtle yeast fruitiness and pleasant malt sweetness that also has some subtle biscuit character. Bitterness is prominent, but well balanced with malt. Big hop flavor.

Complex and assertive hop flavor up front with notes of grapefruit, tropical fruit, and pine. Decidedly bitter in flavor and finish, but still drinkable. Malt has a slight bread crust character. Good balance with bitterness.

"Bit of oaky stone fruit with a vanilla touch on the nose. Sip brings out some herbal-spicy bitterness to weigh against stone-fruit sweetness. Refined, smooth, lively, energetic."

"Bright and zippy nose; touches of herbal zing and light citrus. The sip goes indulgent, with big orange notes and herbal-bitter touches. Fascinating in its duality—dry and herbal, big and citrus sweet."

Orange and tangerine dominate the palate with notes of grapefruit, some lemon, and a little tropical fruit (mango and pineapple). The hops come through from the start to the finish of the sip. Nice balancing malt. Some nice bitterness in the finish helps cut the sweetness. Balance is pushing IIPA, but in a massively drinkable way.

"Peaches and apricots in a gym locker; sweaty but glorious. Sip is big, sweet, and stone-fruity. Layers of clearly articulated flavors make for a fun exploration, finishing lightly bitter and clean."

Guava and chardonnay complement the slightly woody coconut note on the nose, while the mid-sweet sip and soft low bitterness amplify the fruit notes. A tad sweet, but a refreshing approach that’s equal parts unique and comforting.

"Citrus-glazed pound cake on the nose—equal parts sweet, sharp, funky, with zesty rind. The sip is amorphous, pillowy, with a gentle roll-in and mildly chalky body that never hits hard."

A murky deep orange body offers initial concern, but the first whiff dispels fears with gentle mixed citrus fruit–cup notes and a slight touch of funk. The flavor is savory citrus with a good bit of pithy bitterness that pushes through to a quick and clean finish.

Light and zippy grapefruit and mango notes float over a similarly weightless body expertly dialed in to an easy-to-drink package.

"Exuberant strawberry-smoothie nose captures nuances—sweet flesh, leafy hops—in an otherwise intense beer that throws nuance aside. Could be read as cloying—but it’s also engaging, with expert-tier strawberry expression."

"Sweet, sweaty, tropical nose—orange, papaya, locker room. The sip is bold and big, with strong citrus, tropical fruit, round bitterness. Soft malt obscures the alcohol. It feels strange to describe a triple IPA as drinkable. Exquisite balance."

A gorgeous guava and apricot nose invites you to dive in, and the sip offers a soft supportive landing with more defined fruit notes braced by a medium bitterness that builds with each swallow. A thoroughly contem-porary approach applying modern hopping to the (now) classic style.

A citronella nose mashes up fruit with mint, tire rubber, and subtle cannabis. The sip is superbly smooth in its expression of bitterness despite the impossibly pale body. Excellent.

Well balanced with a lightly toasted malt bill supporting citrus and tropical fruit and a touch of light stone fruit. Finishes a bit sweet, but the medium-high lingering bitterness helps to cut through the sweetness. Moderate alcohol warmth.”

An orange/mango nose appears as you search for it, but a woody, earthy note competes with those softer fruits. The sip offers a slightly sweet reprieve, with a bit of yeast bite for bitterness. Settles into a tropical-fruit vibe, but stops short of the strong expression most expect.

"Soft, fresh, defined herbal, citrus, and floral nose. Body offers medium heft and sweetness, highlighting orange blossom, underpinned by spicy forest. Light, satisfying approach, simultaneously classic and modern."

Possibly the worst-looking, best-tasting beer ever, this beer requires physical action from the drinker to get the gloppy fruit matter back into solution before drinking. Patient drinkers are rewarded with an intense flavorful beer that balances fruit and hops character masterfully.

Orange and pine carry over from the aroma and saturate the flavor profile. Clean hops flavors, a kiss of caramel, and a nicely balanced bitterness make a beautiful impression on the palate. A drier IPA with fruit notes of grapefruit and lime. Low malt note to round out the flavor. The carbonation and lime notes at the end create a surprising bite, but not in a bad way. Almost a slight hint of a roast character. The juiciness of this beer is alluring.

Spicy rye-like character with hops-driven flavors of orange, mango, and peach. Solid malt structure with substantial body and residual sweetness to keep bitterness in check. Excellent creamy mouthfeel. Big sweetness up front with almost a low caramel note. On the second sip, the sweetness faded, and the malt balanced perfectly with the fruity hops and slight bitterness.

The forest turns a bit more ominous. Dark juniper richly lingers, but paired with an assertive bitterness. There’s just enough body and malt to make the medicine go down, but this is a seriously bitter potion. Although the bitterness is strong, it is also nuanced—I even get some roast coffee here, too. The gradient from start to finish is smooth and works well. Finishes with a slight alcohol warmth.

Grapefruit, orange peel, and citrus hops flavors with a subtle amount of dank hops. Juicy hops dominate with just enough sweet malt to balance. The fruity hops punch becomes more complex the longer it sits on the tongue. Lighter body than expected but the body grew as it warmed. Finishes with a moderate bitterness of dank hops, and the dryness makes for a crushable beer.

Burst of hops up front. Clean toasted malt character plays supporting role for pine, orange, pineapple hops notes. Just the right amount of bitter, medium mineral finish, very dry.

Lovely flavor of tropical overripe pineapple and grapefruit. Really nice malt character with some nice hops bitterness that lingers but falls off rather quickly. Really nice sweetness that gives a good balance. What makes a killer beer—it’s all about the mouthfeel, and they nailed it.

Complex citrus notes dominate in flavor as they do in aroma. Tropical fruits—lemon, orange peel, pineapple, and coconut—mixed with slightly grassy, onion, green-pepper flavors. Slight malt sweetness. Finishes bitter, but not super dry. Well-balanced and complex.

Medium hops bitterness. Very crushable. Clean malt, balanced hops, resin, pine, light sweetness. Finishes nice and dry. The crisp mouthfeel makes it very drinkable.

Citrus and peppercorn dominate. Some peach and wheat character present as the high carbonation fades on the palate. Rich body, chewy, sweet without being cloying. Medium lingering bitterness. Other tropical fruits peek in and out but are well blended. Slight alcoholic burn on the finish.

Mango hops up front with mild grapefruit citrus and tangerine in the background. Light hops spiciness toward the end. Milky, creamy body with mild carbonation. At the end of the sip there is a slight bitterness from the hops. Good complexity, especially given the light body.

Well-balanced pine-forward IPA with some light lemon character and light toasted and bready malt notes supporting. Medium body with a balanced bitter finish that has some fruity notes.

Where the aroma was more focused on juicy, the flavor highlights more rind-like citrus flavors, heightened by a nice amount of bitterness. The malt sweetness expertly balances out the bitterness and brings out a nice ruby red grapefruit juice flavor on the back end.

Prominent hops presence. Kale, grapefruit, orange peel, dank, and pine flavors. Pleasantly malty as it warms up. A very enjoyable West Coast IPA with something extra to make it stand out. Bright and crisp with just enough body to support the hops.

Assertive hops flavor and bitterness. Pine resin, some grapefruit, lemon, peach, apricot, and tangerine, plus an earthy foundation. Some of that mint is still here, along with some mild, pleasant esters (cherry, mostly). Perfect malt support. Fairly clean finish, but still a bit of hops flavor to appreciate.

Fairly dry despite the sweet aroma. Assertive bitterness that lingers on the tongue. Hops flavor is strong but much simpler: big spruce/pine with a little grapefruit in the aftertaste. There’s some hops astringency, too, with moderate esters. But the bitter hops are the center of attention.”

Resinous dank hops up front that lead into a low malty sweetness. Balanced decidedly toward sticky grapefruit-forward hops. Good amount of bittering hops bring the clean malt sweetness into balance.

Nice tropical-fruit blend: papaya, coconut, orange, light lemon. Grassy here, too. Mild astringency, and oncoming hops bitterness is a good balance to the sweetness of the initial taste. Finish is smooth and slightly sweet but fairly quick to fade.”

Chewy, hoppy mouthfeel with lemon and orange giving way to a grassy and fairly bitter finish that isn’t astringent, and leaves you wanting another sip. Some low-level spicy notes peek through.

“Peach with some pointed pineapple notes in the nose. The sip is soft and creamy with a mild bitterness that allows the gentle fruit notes forward. Very restrained, minimal sweetness never feels like too much.”

“Soft tropical-fruit nose with just a splash of tropical-fruit funk. Very subtle and restrained but with a clever spicy verve. Beautifully integrated with playful and bright tropical fruit and tropical bitterness.”

“Crisp and snappy, with a light body and very light fruit notes that hint more than definitively state. The sip is bitter and tight, but well constructed—zippy, with tropical back notes that don’t dominate the palate.”

“Hefty fruit-puree note in the nose, with bits of orange blossom, lime leaf, and apricot. The body feels heavy and slightly dulled, with an almost orange- soda element atop a bit of earthy grain.”

“Strawberry, pineapple, and guava notes with a creamy texture. It feels luxurious and indulgent yet concise. A bright, tropically tinted bitterness and crisp carbonation keep it lively and help defy gravity. Delicious or deep, enjoy it on any level.”

“Orange-lime on the nose, nicely structured, with a light herbal bitterness. The sip pushes into the sweet realm, but counters with enough pithy bitterness to keep it from overwhelming. Pineapple smoothie in the sip, with earthy bitterness grounding the more intense sweet notes.”

Medium malt sweetness accentuated by citrus hops notes. Malt tastes like a blend of toasted and caramel varieties. Intensely bitter on the finish—the bitterness from the hops hits in the front and carries through this beer well into the linger. Fresh and vibrant mango and pineapple notes dance with pine tree and green herbs. Light malt sweetness in the finish, too.

Big earthy bitterness, lightly chalky, resinous but not sharp. Surprisingly low bitterness for the obviously large amount of hops in the beer. Lovely caramel malt sweetness helps round out the finish and offset a tiny bit of astringency. Moderate creamy aftertaste. Lovely! Big juicy oranges and passion fruit. Residual sweetness is welcome and lends balance to the pleasantly bitter finish.

Tons of delicious pineapple juice flavor! A silky malt body puts the hops flavor up on a pedestal but remains unobtrusive and simply supportive. This is a powerfully fruity and delightfully delicious beer, regardless of category—the smoothness and fluffiness of this beer is excellent with lemon, pineapple, and mango fruit sweetness. A soft bitterness backs up the copius fruit flavors.

Big pine and citrus notes couple with a superclean malt profile. Intense bitterness lingers long after the beer is swallowed. Nice and dry on the finish to accentuate the bitterness. Pine and citrus complexity—lemon and tangerine. Wonderful flavor—strong but not overwhelming and expands on the nose nicely. Good bitter foundation that anchors the finish. Very mild flash of alcohol warmth at the swallow, but smooth. Fairly dry.

Lots of flavor, and the pineapple, orange, mango, and tropical fruits hit with a burst of juiciness. They carry through a creamy body to a nice, refreshing finish. Well blended with the sweet berry and fruit flavors that mix with the bitterness of the hops flavors. Finishes dry and bitter.

The papaya is well presented up front, but isn’t so overwhelming that you forget you’re drinking a beer. The tropical fruit flavors are complex, comprising banana esters and coconut, but play a supporting role. Some hops bitterness, with pine that lingers smoothly through the finish. The carbonation does its job to open up the taste, finishing dry, keeping the fruit from becoming too cloying. There is a great balance to this beer.

Hops-forward with pine and citrus dominant, and as it warms, some pineapple notes appear. There is a moderate fruity sweetness up front that’s almost like candy. Medium malt body that’s sufficiently complex without distracting from the hops. The mouthfeel is slightly sweet through the mid-palate, but it gives way to a dry and slightly bitter finish that entices you to take the next sip.

Balanced like an Orange Julius—fruity and sweet throughout, with bitterness to balance, and a bit of tartness mid-palate. Resinous and spicy piney hops characters add just enough bite to help temper the light malt bread-crust sweetness but don’t linger too long. Good carbonation makes the right parts of the beer pop. Finishes slightly dry and bitter, with notes of mango and tropical fruit.

A balanced flavor that has hops and malt done well. Hop flavors similar to aroma but not as intense. Light to medium malt sweetness.

"Fruity-cannabis-strain notes evoke candied citrus, cinnamon buns with orange icing, and overripe fruit withering on the vine. Body feels heavy yet light, with malt that’s whisper-quiet but right where you need it. Mashing up dank citrus and tropical fruit, the sip is thoughtfully controlled."

"Dank-weed nose, softened by passion fruit. Sip puts herbal bitterness out front; it peaks then fades into a gentle fruity linger. Ambitious but tight, creative but methodical."

Weightless tropical fruit and peach Gummi notes on the nose offer an assured and accomplished subtlety that pushes through to the flavor with low bitterness and a concise finish. A smartly contemporary take on the style.

A wide, round, buttery chardonnay nose with hints of honeydew and pineapple leads to a similarly round sip with similar fruity notes and just a quick hit of bitterness as it finishes.

"Soft white cake and frosting in the nose with glimpses of citrus. The sip is sweet and bold, with woody vanilla-citrus notes and a well-placed bitterness running through it. Intriguing in its complexity."

Tropical citrus and kiwi hints at sweet and delicious in the nose, but a soft yet assertive bitterness creeps into the sip under the disguise of fruit pith that seems seamless. That perfectly placed gentle bitter note seems to amplify the juicy notes without cloying sweetness.

Funky peach and light citrus notes are highlighted by a bright hit that’s equal parts hops and citrus-pith bit-terness and tangerine sweetness, but it finishes quickly and cleanly with just a hint of pith and rind.

Sweet grapefruit layers over cypress wood for an intriguing entry. It’s a touch sweeter than expected, which exaggerates the citrus character, and a lingering lychee note makes for a gorgeous finish.

"Juicy pineapple, mango, papaya, with black pepper and tannic berry; sophisticated yet accessible. Sweet, with tropical smoothie notes that barely steer clear of cloying thanks to a grounded bitterness. Not too sweet despite big residual sugar, thanks to copious hops."

"Lightly toasted bread, soft tropical citrus on the nose. The sip offers light sweetness to amplify the fruitier flavors, reined in by an equally pitched bitterness. Balances on the bigger side."

Coconut and lime bring to mind Tom Kha Gai soup with orange slices. The body’s big, but the integration of fruit notes and bitterness is seamless. Quirky and compelling.

"Pungent tropical fruit with a spicy floral edge—clean and lean. Soft sip with mellow bitterness lets the fruit flavors push forward, yet they do so with a bright bite that never feels excessive."

Redefining what ‘West Coast’ IPAs can be, the nose is soft peach and orange candy with a slight hint of hops funk. The sip is a lightly bitter fruit salad of grapefruit, peach, orange. Its power is in its restraint, making for a remarkably nuanced ‘West Coast’ IPA.

"Creamy, distinct lime zest, lemongrass, coconut on the nose, like Tom Kha Gai. Semidry sip sits between New England sweet and West Coast lean, woody and fruity. Interesting, engaging."

"Lightly fruity nose doesn’t clearly define where the citrus addition stops and hops begin—enticing interplay, sophisticated, with touches of citrus oil and grass beneath overt fruit. The sip is softer—moderately low sweetness, with a bitterness that could be all fruit if we didn’t know it was hops. That citrus-oil bitterness persists into the finish, with an earthy linger."

"Subtle orange-and-tangerine nose, pleasant sweetness. Sip brings sharp bitterness—bold hit leaves nothing to the imagination, settling into a familiar citrus rhythm that fades into pith and zest, steering clear of sweet."

Great hop flavor and bitterness level. Uses a lot of Citra. Good complex fruit character carries through with notes of brown sugar, caramel, lemon zest, bread crust, toast. Bitterness works perfectly with malt and lingers slightly.

Hop character carries through with a unique and complex profile ripe with sweet citrus and tropical fruit but balanced with a dose of spruce. Hints of orange marmelade and candied grapefruit come through. Subtle bread crust flavor in the malt, and a slight amount of alcohol heat in the clean finish.

Huge spiced and fruit notes of mango, pineapple, and maybe a touch of coconut. The bitterness is balanced and maybe slightly accentuated by, the spices. The fruity flavors are rounded out so wonderfully with a beautiful fluffy mouthfeel that is expertly executed. Finishes with a light alcohol harshness and a ton of coconut.

Complex citrus hops character (blood orange, grapefruit pith) with a little nice pineapple, and substantial bitterness, but enough bright malt character that provides a good balance to the hops with some sweetness and residual sugars. Mouthfeel is great with a dry finish. Hops bitterness lingers but is not unpleasant and to be expected from this style.

A wonderfully balanced beer that has a huge amount of fruity hops flavor up front that evolve to show more pine and dank character. Strong overripe banana, pineapple, and mango. Suggestions of earthiness are fleeting. Nice silky carbonation on the tongue. As in the aroma, the flavor suggests some wheat and the light fluffiness that implies.

I'm immediately hit by how dry this beer is. A hint of grainy malt avor, but this is all about the hops, which come through with lemon, green, and a bit of pine resin. Strong citrus character and good body.

Full and juicy citrus notes and some tropical fruit like mango and pineapple. Wow. All of the fruit promised by the aroma is here in the flesh. Just a beautiful melange of fruity notes that continue to impress with each and every sip. Substantial but completely appropriate malt backbone supports the hops with a delicious light caramel sweetness.

A beautiful blend of sweet, Munich malts, and fruity grape-like hop flavors. The bitterness is not so strong that it overwhelms. Tons of complex hops flavors with notes of tangerine, lemon, some pine, dank, and a hint of pineapple. Hops come through almost candy-like, and finish is dry and bitter but not lingering. Bitterness is spot on.

Very bright at the front of the palate, fades very quickly. Moderate lemon, grass, and grapefruit avors with just enough bitterness that drops into a dry finish. Almost effervescent with a slight carbonic bite. Malt body is light but enough to support the moderate hops profile. Piney and spicy with slight peppery notes. Very clean finish with a long-lasting bitterness.

Balanced (for an IPA), with a hint of residual sweetness. Rich hops avor (resin, pine, citrus, grapefruit, tropical fruit) matched with a pleasant bitterness and proper malt background. Low IBUs are not as palate-cleansing as some other IPAs, but let the fruity hops notes shine.

Juicy tropical fruits, oranges, and peaches with a hint of vanilla? An adequate malt body adds hints of toast and a bit of sweetness that carries into the finish. The finish flirts with bitterness, but that small bit of honey sweetness helps keep it in check. Despite the perceived sweetness, it’s remarkably dry, and the bitterness helps balance it.

Bright and full of flavor. Great fruit character: pineapple, orange, melon, mango, lemon, citrus notes. The fruit characters are showcased throughout and carry in the finish without being too sweet. The bitterness is there to just balance this beer. Touch of toast. Silky caramel malt body.

Intense citrus character with plenty of lingering bitterness. This is the first beer tonight that I would say pushes the ‘big’ end of the style. The malt is slightly bready and medium sweet, and the juicy hops flavor is huge; they play off each other well. Somewhat of a pine character is there in the back that coats the back of the throat.

Straight-up orange popsicle meets IPA. Very citrus forward. Tangerine and maybe a hint of pineapple in there. Moderate body and sweetness but a dry and moderate bitterness keep it from tasting overly sweet.

Citrus, peach, and strawberry fruitiness up front, with a pleasantly bitter finish that has hints of lemon and pine. Fantastic chewy body—not overly sweet, but rich and full, with a lingering soft character that isn’t overdone. Slight hops burn on the finish.

Lemon and orange flavors immediately up front with a light hops bitterness. Lots of tropical fruit—mango, grapefruit, with a pithy earthiness. The body is rich and chewy, but it doesn’t come across overly slick or coating. Very light on the bitterness, however, with a touch of spiciness mixed in.

Smooth, spicy hops character with a lighter body and underlining fruitiness, perhaps strawberry. Moderate bitterness that grows and extends into the aftertaste. Way too easy to drink given the evident alcohol strength. Nice resinous aftertaste lingers until next Tuesday.

Fruity Pebbles combination of flavors. Tropical-fruit notes of mango, papaya, coconut, and vanilla. Overall, a pretty juicy flavor profile. As it warms, the alcohol becomes more noticeable. Medium creaminess. Very clean. The minimal bitterness is just enough to enhance drinkability.

The initial citrus-forward palate quickly gives way to a strong peach character. Malt is there to support only but is rich—hints of coffee and nuts—without being sweet. Carbonation is high and smooth. Great execution on that front. Some pine character on the smooth, medium-bitter finish, leaving a lingering impression of chocolate and citrus.

Moderate pine hops with fruity backbone and a heavy, creamy body. Moderate alcohol that is not harsh but very present. Sweetness is balanced with the alcohol and mild carbonation does not distract.

Dry and light but not too astringent. Hops flavor is crisp, emphasizing the citrus: lemon, lemon balm, and a bit of grapefruit. Definite bitterness, but balanced relative to the dryness. Lemon and peach in the aftertaste. Not unlike a dry white wine or champagne.

Clean, hoppy, fairly bitter. Fruity notes of lemon and grapefruit, strawberry, and tropical fruit dominate the palate with some nice piney complexity in the background. Malt bready sweetness, like Belgian waffles. Some grassy earthiness adds complexity. The hops are showcased and are carried with some assertive bitterness that hits, carries through the finished taste, and lingers.

Lush tropical-fruit character—grapefruit and mango paired with a rich, chewy body that doesn’t come across overly sweet, but still balances the hops character well. Bitter finish without being overwhelming. Lingering hints of grapefruit rind and ripe mango, with a soft mineral character. A bit of both worlds.

“Warm, toasty orange notes on the nose with a touch of dried-fruit tea. The sip blends dry herbal notes with juicier citrus for a push-pull contrast that’s win-win.”

“Crisp floral note layered on citrus in the nose, giving it a clever structure. In the sip, a soft citrus sweetness plays against some diesel, tropical-fruit notes. A tight and classic herbal bitterness.”

“Bold and sweet with a chalky tropical angle, it wraps up light funky tropical notes with purely pleasurable sweet tropical fruit in equal measure. Leans sweet with a decided dessert edge.”

“A tropical bouquet from floral blossom to fruit punctuates the nose with a touch of nectar sweetness. The sip pushes lychee and lime notes with a dialed-back tropical bitterness that lets the carbonation and acidity do the balancing.”

Bright and clean hops profile fades quickly into a nice, lightly sweet grainy finish. Simple and clean. Lemon tartness and light pine flavors dominate. The hops fruit character is showcased here and carries through the finish. A slight bitterness but not too bitter. Some nice warmth is present in the finish as well. Appreciable malt body leads to a long, smooth, balanced finish.

Little bit of floral hops character—honeysuckle—along with some lemon and grassiness. Clean, straightforward malt character. Super crisp finish with no lingering astringency. Bergamot, Darjeeling, and lemongrass. Supportive light malt body is spritzy and fun with a great mouthfeel. Some light alcoholic warmth.

Restrained juicy sweetness with orange and light grapefruit, with some Tutti-Frutti flavor. It’s juicy, and showcases an array of complex fruits with some pine and spice. Medium hops bitterness that supports the malt sweetness. Moderate body with medium carbonation, and a light, warming alcohol. Lemony aftertaste.

Moderately sweet and bitter, with a blend of fruity and earthy hops. Lots of orange, mango, and tangerine. Dank, piney hops along with notes of resin, onion, grass, and cat. As the beer warms, the sharper flavors emerge, with the pine and resin rounding out the back end.

The hops flavors are resinous, and provide lots of fruit flavors that carry throughout the beer, showcasing each fruit: grapefruit, orange, pineapple, mango, light orange, and peach. Yeasty, bready body that’s soft and fluffy. Some earthy funkiness in the middle, with a light piney bitterness and a touch of malt in the finish.

Hops flavors of evergreen trees, chardonnay, and lemongrass set the stage for a surprisingly smooth beer. Bitterness is smooth, and despite the appearance of the beer, the malt character is more than just a blank canvas. Finish is dry and pleasant. The complexity in hops flavors that was promised from the aroma is delivered quite well.

"Dry, pungent, woody, tannic, almost gueuze-like, with subtle mid-tone vinous notes underneath. The sip is dry, with nary a stray Plato to be found. Thoughtfully constructed with a sophistication not typically found in ‘IPA.’"

"Vivid fresh-cut grass on the nose. Sip rides a classic orange-pine line, with significant bitterness. Old-school IPA palate meets new-school techniques."

Sweet orange, pith, and a touch of herbal dankness combine for a deliciously sweet yet intensely character-ful beer. As it unfolds, the sweet notes subside as the dank herbal wormwood notes push forward, and a whole new complexity arises.

Vivid rich tropical papaya and mango notes grounded with hints of earthy fruit skin. The sip offers a touch of fruit sweetness backed by a perfectly placed light bitterness that makes the fruit pop without stealing the scene. Overall, the body is effortless.

Cucumber, juniper, lychee, kiwi—a refreshing cocktail of tropical deep cuts and quirky fresh hooks. On the tongue, it builds and drops in quick succession, with high-key mild, bitter, and herbal notes exploding into big tropical washes. Deliciously intense.

"Full-spectrum nose offers clear aromas at every frequency—citrus, tropical fruit, light malt, touch of musty dank. The sip is incredibly clean; firm bitterness tucked seamlessly behind endearing fruity notes."

"Softly floral, tropical, touch of coconut; aroma wavers between Dove soap and creamy tiki drink. On the sip: citrus smoothie, woody vibe, and light tannic, herbal bitterness. Intriguing as it unfolds."

"Lightly toasted bread and soft tropical citrus on the nose. The sip offers a touch of sweetness to amplify the fruitier flavors, reining it in quickly with an equally pitched bitterness. Leans big."

"Orange-blossom nose, touches of vanilla and honey—smooth, round, cohesive. The sip exudes polish, with light, dry citrus and faint summer forest in a seamless whole. Feather-light body."

Fruity, intense hops carry through—pine, lemon, tangerine, grapefruit, some cattiness. Bitterness compliments the rich malt profile well. Lingering bitterness.

An almost-perfect mix of guava smoothie, slight sweaty funk, and bright malt sweetness on the nose leans into a sip with a sharp but quickly dissipating bitterness that settles into a fruity pithy finish. Satisfyingly fruit-forward without losing its beer character.

The intense fruitiness from the aroma continues into the flavor. If the color weren’t golden straw, I might be convinced I was drinking Hawaiian Punch. Just a slight amount of bitterness on the back end provides a nod to the base style ‘IPA,’ but the hops flavor is the star. For as fresh as the hops flavors are, there is little hops bite or yeasty burn common in rushed versions of this style.

Grapefruit, some tangerine, and light pineapple backed by moderate resinous dank hops and a bit of malt sweetness, big mouth-fillling carbonation. A very clean beer that allows some pleasant hops flavors to shine through without showing off.

Beautifully integrated flavors that range from lemon juicy notes to pineapple and mango. Very big hops flavor, expanding on that resinous spiciness in the nose to add some grapefruit notes. Rich but soft bitterness that lasts for days, like a dark-roast coffee. Big and chewy. Massive orange notes with some underlying complexity tasting of grapefruit and lemon. Finishes slightly bitter, begging another sip.

Lemon and lemongrass, as in the aroma, with amplified—as in cranked up to level 11—grapefruit. Moderate malt sweetness, touch of resinous pine, moderately dank, strong bitterness, light grassy notes. Lovely creamy mouthfeel! Perhaps the spearmint character heightens the perception, but there is a briskness and lightness to this beer that is unique and quite welcomed. There is still a prominent piney character to balance the spearmint, but it doesn’t overpower.

Rich and chewy with tons of lemon, orange, pineapple, tangerine, hints of coconut. Crazy complex hops profile that blends well with the bready malt. Some sweetness in the start with a touch of pine resin, bitterness, and fantastic lingering mix of fruit flavors in the finish.

Well balanced and hops-forward, appropriate for style. Malt is simple and clean with a light touch of toast. Bitterness is forward and lingers, inviting the next sip. Hops flavor is complex: grapefruit, orange, and a really subtle tangerine come through up front. Finishes with a blend of base malt and tropical fruit. Nice pillow-like mouthfeel that dries out nicely.

Rich and chewy mouthfeel with medium lingering bitterness. Really bright juicy fruit on the front carries through on the back and turns to a nice pine character that lingers into the back of the palate. Malt profile is full-sized, but the bitterness backs it up. Alcohol is well integrated, inspiring!

Strawberry shortcake and dank. A nice pine note and the dankness is more reserved and in line with more fruity strains. Malt is a nice support to the hops bitterness.

This beer showcases the spicy and resinous hops very well while remaining juicy throughout. The citrus notes of orange, tropical pineapple, melon, and mango add a nice fruity complexity throughout the taste. Spot- on carbonation adds to the refreshing character, and the slight sweetness during the sip transitions into a mild palate-cleansing bitterness that lingers in the finish.

On paper, it sounds terrible, but in practice, the tropical fruit-meets-coffee nose is fragrant and alluring, and the lightly acidic spicy coffee brings into definition the soft tropical fruit in the body. The result is like a Photoshop unsharp mask filter—ultra definition, surreality, but a picture that feels even more real than it is.

“Sweaty big tropical notes—guava and passion fruit—lend it a simultaneously sweet and stinky nose. The sip is smooth and not too sweet, but not dry, riding an ideal line.”

“Funky tropical-candy nose with an almost perfumy bloom. Sip is full but dry, clean, and direct—drinkable, with a nice bitter element to balance.”

“Lemongrass and papaya on the nose, with a hefty initial dank hit. Spicy, with an almost minty quality that plays against the sweeter fruit and malt notes behind it. Beautifully expressed character.”

“Bright citrus notes layer over faint grassy-herbal ones in the nose, for a soft approach. The flavor brings more pungent dank bitterness—commanding and gregarious with a gorgeous cohesion. The aroma and flavor offer a one-two punch.”

“Bright orange nose with a creamy element—deliciously enticing. The sip knocks that down a touch with a funky and pithy herbal bitterness.”

“A bit of sweaty mango and papaya in the nose with a touch of peppery spice. The sip is beautifully constructed, juicy with just the right hit of bitterness through it. The result is remarkably understated for such a flavorful beer.”

“A massive IPA that will leave your palate its hapless victim. Scorched earth is our brewery policy.”

Big fruity flavors from hops and esters, including mango, passionfruit, orange, and a little melon, with a hint of mint hidden in there. It’s juicy, luscious, and succulent. The body is smooth and creamy, delicate and fluffy. The hops bitterness is restrained and provides just enough kick to prevent the beer from being sweet. Earthy and light dank funkiness transitions to fruity lemon and pineapple.

Tropical fruits—mango, pineapple, grapefruit, clementine, and orange—hit right up front with sweet juiciness. A medium spicy hops bitterness carries and cuts off some of the sweetness, giving off big pine hops and slight coffee notes. Full and fluffy mouthfeel, luscious and smooth, with nice carbonation. Finishes semidry with a touch of sweetness.

A punch of intense hops essences and boozy sweetness that welcome your palate to the party. The flavors are deep and bold, ranging from sweet cherries, orange marmalade, and even Grand Marnier liqueur. A dankness pervades the background of the beer, and the sweetness is tempered by the significant booze and hefty bitterness. It’s bitter, but balanced enough to really enjoy. The malt backbone supports, but does not overwhelm. Light acidity accentuates the fruit notes.”

"The aroma quickly evokes sweet orange, tangerine, and clementine, with creamy, gentle fruit notes that would be equally at home in something more hazy. The sip is a study in minimalism, all distractions eliminated to leave the core essence: a beautiful, reasonably dry expression of Citra—slight herbal bitterness, big citrus, perfectly placed carbonation. A master class in flavor integration. It’s hard to imagine a better Citra-based West Coast IPA."

[Like a Rick Rubin–produced song that’s over-the-top intense but still keeps every note in the perfect place, it’s] a testament to the art of hops blending where individual characters serve the whole. Bold, strong, fruit-forward, bitterness-checked, and expertly balanced, this is a flavor-forward huge IPA that will convince you to rethink any assumptions you’ve made about the style. Let it warm for maximum effect.

"Sounds crazy to define ‘classic New England–style,’ but the fresh tropi-citrus nose and sweet lychee-guava-yuzu body come close here. Soft, bold, tropical-tinged bitterness keeps the fruit sweetness in check without flattening the joy."

"Sweaty citrus and tropical funk—unresolved tension between glorious and weird. In the sip, tropical sweetness morphs into dry-pineapple bitterness with David Blaine–like precision. Finishes dry, its sweetness ghostly. Drinkable and satisfying. A masterwork of balance."

Tropical and bold with notes of sweet reduced orange, mango, and papaya. Crisp medium bitterness with a light mineral note is accessible while engaging.

Rich and chewy up front, moderately bitter and dry in the back. Peach, citrus, pine throughout. The candy-like malt sweetness that helps bring out the fruity hops subsides nicely. Very complex beer. Alcohol does not seem as strong as the flight placement indicates. Enjoyable lingering aftertaste of mangos, hops bitterness, and sweet malt.

"Bready nose with light, crisp tropical fruit; lean and sparing. Sip offers a similar economy: taut, bright, lightly tropical, juicy, and softly bitter throughout. Engaging, drinkable."

Soft and cuddly, a strawberry and apricot teddy bear wraps its hands around your nose vaping strawberry marshmallows and red Lucky Charms in a pillowy fruity haze. The sip is less amorphous, with a slow rolling light bitterness gradually creeping in while it pushes toward a lingering orange bittersweetness.

"The floral-bordering-on-Noble aroma is unexpected, but the conventional candied fruit-smoothie flavor is more in line with expectations. Lingers with a banana-Runts Candy-like synthetic-candy sweetness that manages to be endearing."

"Light tropical fruit, subtle floral, and hay bales on the nose—fruity but toasty and dry. On the sip, very light—no caramel, but a balanced and gentle bitterness with pronounced smoothness. The drinkability is off the charts—for a double IPA, incredibly light and easy to drink, unparalleled in its effortlessness."

Sweet, over-ripe orange and orange peel with a nice supportive malt backbone with a honey sweetness that plays nicely with the hops. Still bitter in the finish but balanced with some sweetness.

Crisply gentle in its expression, the grapefruit expertly expresses itself on the nose with an enticing blend of sweet citrus while the sip walks a tightrope between pithy bitterness and citrus sweetness. Hops support, with a comforting lingering herbal note.

Very bright with aggressive piney hops flavors, moderate malt, a slight garlic flavor, and grapefruit and pine notes. Dialed-in bitterness hits the mark. Lots of hoppy goodness with lemon candy, green, and floral notes. Delicious. Juicy hops notes with hints of tangerine, lemon candy, green and floral notes, plus balancing pine and dankness.

A stellar blend of malt sweetness and fruit-forward hops (tangerines, pineapple, kiwi, grapefruit). Bitterness is spot on, providing an excellent contrast and cleansing the palate without diminishing the hops candy character. Lots of orange, lemon zest, pineapple, clementine, pine. Finishes dry and bitter, yet somewhat balanced and restrained.

Rich toasted malt backbone to support the huge hops bill. Hops are a nice blend of citrus and tropical fruit. Orange and mango with a touch of pineapple, lemon, grapefruit. Finishes intensely bitter but not harsh. The hops flavor is every bit as pronounced as the nose—it’s huge and fresh. The herbal spiciness is here in spades, but now I can get a bit of pineapple, evergreen, and perfume as well. Finishes sweet and juicy with some balanced bitterness and some warmth. The body is not big, but is nice and allows a good showcase of the hops.

Bright, juicy, dank hops dominate with hints of grapefruit and a subtle mango/pineapple note, but not as much bitterness as I was expecting from the aroma. Light, clean malt sweetness. Nice dry finish with a pleasant bitterness that doesn't seem to linger. A very full chewy IPA, with a wheat-like turbidity. Alcohol presence lends a warming finish. Bitter enough to pull it all together, without overpowering.

Peach and pine carry through from the aroma and are augmented by some dank-ish notes. Some moderate malt sweetness is there, but the emphasis remains ever on the hops goodness. Pleasant bitterness backs up the ensemble and delivers its own tangerine-like notes as it washes down the throat.

All of the fruity suggestions of the aroma are manifested in the juicy flavor. A delicate malt sweetness complements the fruit, and an unobtrusive but entirely sufficient, bitterness supplies balance. A wonderful play of hops and malt. The orange zest front works well with the biscuit maltiness, giving the nice complexity to this beer.

Huge tropical bouquet at first—peach, mango, and coconut. Massive tropical and citrus notes with a leaning toward tropical in the middle. Very smooth body with some alcohol warmth and a hint of acidity in the finish that really sells the tropical-juice aroma and flavor. Everything we want in a hazy IPA. Flavor was off the charts.

Bright orange and tangerine notes pop on the tongue and quickly give way to rich tropical notes of pineapple. Malt sweetness balances the bitterness that is in line with the body.

Wake up, get fresh fruit, blend it. Enjoy your juice. Make it for friends. This is a light smoothie full of flavor: strawberry, raspberry, orange, lemon, and pine. Extremely restrained bitterness that lets the whirlpool and dry hop shine. Body is solid. Chewy, juicy, rich mouthfeel. Give me the rest of this!

Like a mango-and-pineapple carbonated milkshake. Large creaminess that suggests the lactose of milkshake IPAs. Tropical fruit dominates with not much else showing up, but there’s a significant bitterness in the background that keeps it from being a cloying experience. A classic NEIPA juice bomb.

“Spiky herbal edge to the nose—snappy, with light funky mango and papaya notes. The sip is not overly sweet but hints at some mango sweetness, while a bit of pithy tropical bitterness provides the foil. An almost saison-like crispness underlies the fruit, not quite _Brettanomyces, _but a cutting floral note in that direction. The definition is impressive, giving up nothing in drinkability while highlighting the fruit.”

“Soft stone fruit with a peppy floral-blossom note. The sip blends tropical, stone fruit, and earthy with a significant sweetness that still doesn’t feel cloying. Finishes soft.”

“Crisp and modern, with a clean malt structure and bright, bitter tropical-fruit notes—it’s precise and uncomplicated with a fine polish. Spicy-herbal mango notes in the nose offer a toothy but defined edge, and a strong but very smooth tropically tinged bitterness provides the perfect balance without going overboard.”

“Toasted curry, tamarind, mango, and papaya on the nose—spicy with a compelling mix of herbal and sweet. On the sip, gentle but present bitterness angles perfectly against the light malt.”

Very juicy notes of mango and melon, some pineapple, maybe a little strawberry-like flavor. Some juice-like sweetness complements the sweetness of the malt. Maybe a hint of saltiness? Deep herbal components suggest oregano and cumin.

Rich malt backbone, possibly some adjunct use with proteins to thicken things up? Hops are strongly citrus, mostly orange and lemon with some pineapple beneath. Well blended throughout the palate and no rough edges. Nice citrusy hops—tangerine and grapefruit—buoyed by a breath of malt. Good bitterness that lasts into the finish, but the citrus is the main impression. Nice malt sweetness to back the hops. Lots of juicy fruit character—pineapple, orange, lemon—it all comes together and blends but stands out nicely. The finish is equally strong. Great hops flavor that carries through this beer.

Floral, pineapple, tropical fruit sweetness that’s rounded out by an appropriate bitterness. Hop flavors are a little different than the aroma would suggest—more traditional NW flavors with citrus rind, tangerine, and mango notes followed by pine and floral. Bitterness is very nice and lingers appropriately in the finish.

"Bright Citra nose—orange, grassy herb, subtle funky undertone—and bold, sweet body. Big, intense orange and orange-smoothie notes on the sip, with a perfectly integrated bitter component that echoes in the juice. Intense, fruit-forward experience."

"Concentrated peel and pith in the nose; lime juice, pineapple daiquiri. Sweet, creamy piña colada—rich but tangy. Firm, resinous bitterness arrives late, too enfolded in a thick blanket of malt to be harsh. Sweetness checked by juicy acidity and late smack of bitterness. Thick, juicy hop wine."

A vividly intense grapefruit-meets-kiwi nose jumps out of the glass with a rarely found confidence and intensity of hops flavor. The sip matches the bold character of the nose, with a hint of dank diesel and asphalt, giving shape to the strong fruit notes. It’s deftly balanced at maximum volume—a gorgeous achievement.

Dark fruit notes with fig and grape must flavors. Firm alcohol presence and an intense malt richness that borders on barleywine. There’s definitely age on this and a hint of wood, and the perfect amount of hop bitterness to balance out the sweetness.

Big juicy American hops up front with notes of melon, slight orange creamsicle, grapefruit, tangerine, and a touch of pineapple. Bitterness is nice and lingering to carry the hop profile through. Caramel pops up in finish. Some sweetness in background of brown sugar or honey. There is this musty funk that might be a yeast thing—dirt? It’s what it needed to not be cookie cutter bland.

A really well-rounded pint. Fruit notes are nicely balanced, with no one aspect sticking out obtrusively. Earthy character from the nose is apparent in the flavor as well, even more so as the beer warms. An exceptionally smooth bitterness helps this go down easily, and good residual malt sweetness provides just the support this beer needs. So juicy and in all the right ways. All the strong flavors promised in the aroma are delivered, and then some.

More fruity notes of pineapple, mango, and assorted tropical fruit. There’s a nice smoothness to this beer bordering on uffy. Fresh-cut pineapple stewed in pineapple juice and topped with candied pineapple. Malt backbone is chewy and substantial, while the bitterness is dangerously smooth. Melon and cantaloupe right off the bat! Low spicy notes in the middle of the sip. Very unique.

Hops candy flavor, with big cantaloupe and coconut. Pineapple and guava emerge retronasal. There’s just enough herbal and dank in the background to remind you it’s hops and not actual fruit. It’s not sweet, but that’s the perception because of the fruity hops. The finish is light and sweet with mango and a bit of bitterness.

“Restrained lychee-mango nose gives way to a brisk and taut tropical bitterness, lightly supported by a minimalist body. The balance is there—on the very light side—and while the quality of bitterness leans on that tropical edge during the sip, glimmers of tropical fruit peek out of the sides as it lingers for a light respite. Precise without losing its soul and spark.”

Intensely hoppy with a nice chewy malt backbone to support. Same white grapefruit and lemon predominate with some tropical-fruit notes peeking through. Well-balanced throughout. It’s a fruity citrus party—lemon dominates with orange, tangerine, and grapefruit facets, along with some pineapple and mango. After a moment, it shifts to grapefruit as the bitterness builds.