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IPA - American

About This Style

The American IPA is arguably the style that launched U.S. craft beer into the public eye. These bold, traditionally bitter brews utilize distinctive American hops, which tend to be fruitier and more flavorful than their European counterparts.

As the style developed, many brewers embraced a more citrusy character with relatively little bitterness. Others chose to highlight aromas of peach or nectarine, with some creating brews that taste positively tropical! The only real rule uniting these light-bodied ales under the American IPA umbrella is this: add more hops!

More recently, the American IPA has spawned a host of related styles, like the sweeter and hazier New England IPA, and the often wildly experimental Milkshake IPA. But for purists, hop aficionados, and those nostalgic for an earlier era of American craft, the resinous, often piney American IPA still reigns supreme!

Aroma: Big hop aromas should erupt from any American IPA. Depending on the blend of hops the brewers chose, one might find notes of citrus, flowers, pine, tropical fruit, stone fruit, berry, or melon. Some even feature prominent aromas of herbs like basil, or spices like black pepper.

Appearance: Traditionally, an American IPA should range from golden to light amber in color, with a clear body and little or no haze. Although the rise of the New England IPA has inspired many brewers to embrace an unfiltered appearance, even in their American IPAs.

Flavor: Unsurprisingly, hops dominate in this style. American IPAs generally feature plenty of citrus and stonefruit flavors, with pineapple and mango becoming more prominent in recent years. They usually boast significant bitterness, with a punch of piney resin or a grapefruit pith flavor, especially on the finish.

Mouthfeel: Light and approachable, with an easy-drinking finish and light to medium carbonation.

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