🍺 DESCHUTES / FRESH SQUEEZED IPAAMERICAN IPA 6.4%Citrus IPA from Oregon’s Veteran Brewery
This time, we tasted “Fresh Squeezed IPA,” the flagship IPA from Oregon’s veteran brewery “Deschutes Brewery,” with our usual team!
📋 Basic Information
🏭 Brewery
Deschutes Brewery
📍 Location
Bend, Oregon
🍺 Style
American IPA
🔥 Alcohol
6.4%
💥 IBU
60
🎯 Characteristics
Citrusy, Refreshing
💬 First Impressions
🍻 Riho-kun
Deschutes Brewery is a veteran brewery established in 1988. Based in Bend, Oregon, it has been leading the craft beer scene on the US West Coast.
🍺 Hop-kun
Beautiful amber color with clear transparency! Fine foam persists for a long time, forming beautiful lacing on the glass rim. The aroma is predominantly citrusy.
🌸 Rune-chan
It smells like orange and grapefruit peel! Very refreshing impression. The appearance is also a beautiful amber color with solid foam♪
👅 Tasting
🍺 Hop-kun
First, refreshing citrusy flavors spread! The characteristic bitterness like grapefruit peel with a solid hop presence. This is the bitterness worthy of IBU 60.
🍻 Riho-kun
There’s also a moderate malt sweetness, and overall it’s well-balanced. This is truly the taste of American IPA. The aftertaste is refreshing with long-lasting citrusy finish.
🌸 Rune-chan
It’s easier to drink than I thought! The bitterness isn’t too strong, and it has a nice balance. The citrus flavor makes it very refreshing♪
📊 Taste Profile
💧 Bitterness
🍯 Sweetness
🌿 Hop Aroma
💪 Body
🔄 Balance
🎯 Overall Assessment
🍻 Riho-kun
Fresh Squeezed IPA is truly a well-balanced American IPA. The citrusy hop aroma and moderate bitterness make it accessible even for IPA beginners, while maintaining the characteristics that IPA lovers seek.
🍺 Hop-kun
The quality you’d expect from Deschutes Brewery! With consistent quality and widespread availability, it’s a reliable choice. Perfect as an introduction to American IPA.
🌸 Rune-chan
I want to try this again! The citrusy flavor is so refreshing and easy to drink. I think I’m starting to like IPAs♪
🛒 Where to Buy & Similar Beers
📦 Purchase Fresh Squeezed IPA
Available at major liquor stores and online. Also available at specialty beer shops and some convenience stores.
🍺 Similar Recommended Beers
🍽️ Food Pairings
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Pizza
Cuts through rich cheese
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Spicy Tacos
Citrus balances heat
🧀
Sharp Cheddar
Complementary flavors
🍤
Grilled Shrimp
Citrus enhances seafood
🔬 Technical Details
🌿 Hops Used: Citra, Centennial, Summit
🌾 Malt Bill: 2-Row Pale, Crystal malts
🔥 Original Gravity: 1.063
📊 Final Gravity: 1.012
🌡️ Serving Temp: 45-50°F (7-10°C)
🏆 Final Verdict
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Deschutes Fresh Squeezed IPA is an excellent example of American IPA done right. Perfect balance of citrus hops and malt backbone makes it approachable yet satisfying.
✅ Pros
- Perfect hop-malt balance
- Clean citrus finish
- Widely available
- Consistent quality
⚠️ Considerations
- May be too mainstream for hop heads
- Not as adventurous as newer IPAs
📝 Conclusion
Fresh Squeezed IPA represents everything great about American IPA – bold hop character balanced with approachable drinkability. Whether you’re new to IPAs or a seasoned hop lover, this beer delivers satisfaction in every sip. At 6.4% ABV and 60 IBU, it hits the sweet spot that made American IPA famous worldwide.
ℹ️ Fact-checked information: All brewery details, beer specifications, and technical data have been verified against official Deschutes Brewery sources and industry databases. Personal tasting notes represent subjective experiences and may vary by individual palate preferences.
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