Gloucester Brewery Session IPA

Name: Gloucester Brewery Session IPA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 640ad5e11603da0265ecf94b
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Rating: 3.58 (2860 reviews)

Session IPA 4.5 º

Gloucester Brewery

This Session IPA presents as a bright and approachable take on the American IPA style, specifically designed for high drinkability at a lower 4.5% ABV. The sensory experience is led by a vibrant bouquet of American hops, delivering distinct notes of fresh pine needles, sticky resin, and sharp citrus zest. A restrained, clean malt backbone provides just enough structure without overshadowing the hop-forward character. Being unfined, it maintains a natural haze that enhances its visual appeal. The finish is crisp and dry, inviting another sip, making it an eminently crushable example of the style that balances assertive bitterness with a lighter, refreshing frame.

Appearance. Medium gold to light amber (6-10 SRM). Naturally hazy due to being unfined, with a medium-sized, persistent white head that leaves moderate lacing.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring pungent pine, forest resin, and bright citrus peel. Low, clean, grainy maltiness provides a neutral base. Clean fermentation profile with only very subtle floral esters.

Taste. Initial hop-forward impression of grapefruit and resinous pine. Medium-high bitterness is well-integrated with a low, crackery malt flavor. Fermentation is clean and neutral, leading into a medium-dry finish with a lingering, crisp hoppy aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, soft texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a refreshing effervescence. No perceptible alcohol warmth or astringency.

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