La Dunoise Blonde IPA

Name: La Dunoise Blonde IPA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 631a10a51603dabb55ecc3cf
Rating: 3.44 (142 reviews)

American IPA 6.3 º 50 IBU

La Dunoise

This gold-medal-winning American IPA from La Dunoise presents a vibrant, hop-forward profile that balances bright citrus and resinous pine notes against a clean, supportive malt backbone. The sensory experience is defined by its moderate strength and assertive bitterness, which drives a refreshing and dryish finish. Aromas of grapefruit zest and light tropical fruit emerge from the glass, underpinned by a faint, grainy-sweet malt presence. Its golden hue and brilliant clarity lead into a palate where hop flavors dominate yet remain integrated, resulting in a crisp, decidedly hoppy ale that showcases classic New World character with professional precision and a lingering, clean finish.

Appearance. Medium gold to light amber in color (7-9 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Pours with a medium-sized, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent notes of citrus peel, pine resin, and a hint of tropical stone fruit. Low, clean, grainy malt sweetness provides a foundational support without competing. Fermentation is clean with negligible esters and no detectable diacetyl.

Taste. Initial impression is a burst of hop-derived grapefruit and resinous flavors, followed by a medium-high, clean bitterness. The malt profile is low but present, offering light toasted cracker notes. It finishes medium-dry and crisp, leaving a lingering, pleasant hoppy aftertaste without any harshness or astringency.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, slightly oily texture from hop oils. Medium-high carbonation provides a lively mouth-coating sensation. A very subtle, smooth alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated at 6.3% ABV.

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