The SUPERFREUNDE Team IPA is a modern American IPA that masterfully bridges tropical fruit intensity with classic resinous depth. A heavy-handed double dry hopping featuring Azacca, Chinook, and Simcoe creates a multilayered sensory experience. Ripe mango and tropical stone fruit from the Azacca lead the charge, followed closely by the signature grapefruit and assertive evergreen pine of Chinook. Simcoe provides a complex middle ground of passionfruit and earthy undertones. This aromatic display is supported by a clean, neutral malt base, culminating in a crisp, dry finish with a firm, lingering bitterness that defines the style's refreshing character.
Appearance.Pours a medium gold to light amber color (7-9 SRM) with slight haze from the double dry hopping. It features a medium-sized, persistent white head that leaves consistent lacing on the glass.
Aroma.High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent notes of tropical mango, pineapple, and citrus zest. A strong secondary character of resinous pine and light herbal spice is present. Malt is low and clean with a faint grainy-sweet scent, and fermentation is exceptionally clean with minimal esters.
Taste.Initial impression is hop-forward and punchy. Intense hop flavors of tropical fruit and grapefruit pith are followed by a mid-palate of resinous pine. The malt flavor is low, providing a clean, grainy backdrop without significant caramel. Bitterness is firm and medium-high, leading to a medium-dry finish with a clean, hoppy, and bitter aftertaste.
Mouthfeel.Medium-bodied with a smooth, soft texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a crisp bite. There is a very light, smooth alcohol warmth appropriate for the strength, with no harshness or astringency.
We use analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand how Birrapedia is used and to improve it.
You can accept or reject them. More info in our Privacy Policy.