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Hop-Heavy Double IPAs

This Strong IPA Uses a Blend Of American and New Zealand Hop Varieties

— March 14, 2023 — Lifestyle
Turlock, California-based Dust Bowl Brewing Company has lifted the curtains off of its 'Liquid Confessional Double IPA,' a beer that will well and truly appeal to lovers of strong IPAs with unabashedly strong and in-your-face hop profiles.

The 'Liquid Confessional Double IPA' features a combination of New Zealand and American hops that give it its unique flavor profile. Specifically, this strong IPA makes use of varieties that include Nelson Sauvin, Nectaron, Columbus and Amarillo, with the end result being a beer that has a robust character. The brew comes in at nine percent ABV and 60 IBUs (International Bitterness Units).

Brewmaster Don Oliver revealed how the unique selection of hops was chosen for the 'Liquid Confessional Double IPA,' stating that is team "spent a lot of time exploring what New Zealand hops can offer and found some really good combinations with American hops that shine in Liquid Confessional.”

Image Credit: Dust Bowl Brewing Company
Trend Themes
1. Double IPA Innovation - Craft breweries can explore the use of unique hop blends from different regions to create distinctive and robust Double IPAs for hop-loving consumers.
2. Regional Hop Combinations - Brewmasters can experiment with blending New Zealand and American hop varieties or other regionally distinct hops to create unique flavor profiles in IPAs and other beer styles.
3. In-your-face Hop Profiles - The trend towards strong and powerful hop profiles is likely to continue, with craft breweries pushing the boundaries and creating even more intense hop-forward beers.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Beer - Craft breweries can leverage the trend towards robust and hop-heavy IPAs by experimenting with different hop blends and flavors to stand out in an increasingly crowded market.
2. Hop Farming - As craft breweries seek unique flavor profiles in their IPAs, there may be opportunities for hop farmers to supply distinct hop varieties from different regions or create new hop strains that appeal to brewers.
3. Brewing Equipment - The trend towards in-your-face hop profiles in IPAs may drive demand for specialized brewing equipment capable of handling large quantities of hop additions and producing consistent, high-quality beer.
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