Classic and balanced

This style of IPA encompasses versions that showcase balance and restraint. Everything is in its place: the hops, alcohol and sweet malt are all recognizable and available for the tasting, but none of these components are obtrusive or overwhelm their counterparts. A balanced IPA should have noticeable hops, but not to the point where they’re the only ingredient doing the talking. The same applies to the sweetness of malt and level of alcohol: in a well-balanced IPA, they are noticeable but thoughtfully integrated in the beer.