🍺 DESCHUTES / FRESH SQUEEZED IPA Review – Citrus IPA from Oregon’s Veteran Brewery

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🍺 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!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.2/5

Refreshing citrus hops! Perfectly balanced American IPA

📋 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

4/5

🍯 Sweetness

2/5

🌿 Hop Aroma

4.5/5

💪 Body

3/5

🔄 Balance

4.2/5

🎯 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

Stone IPA

Classic American IPA with strong citrus hop character

🔍 Check on Amazon

Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA

Continuously hopped IPA with perfect balance

🔍 Check on Amazon

🍽️ Food Pairings

🍕

Pizza

Cuts through rich cheese

🌮

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

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

4.2/5

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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