Lava Ipa — Hot
Introducing: Hot Lava IPA
Let this one flow — carefully.
Brewed with experimental hops and a touch of smoked malt, Hot Lava IPA delivers a slow-building heat that lingers long after the glass is empty. Dragon fruit, passionfruit, and pine resin lead the charge, while a volcanic 7.8% ABV fuels the fire.
☀️ Best paired with: Spicy wings, blue cheese, or a campfire under the stars.
⚠️ Warning: May cause spontaneous high-fives.
Grab a pour before it goes extinct. 🦖🌋
Hot Lava IPA (often specifically referred to as Double Mountain Molten Lava Imperial IPA) is a high-octane craft beer known for its aggressive hop profile and robust malt base. 🌋 The Profile Type: Imperial / Double India Pale Ale (DIPA). Alcohol Content: Typically sits at 9.0% ABV. hot lava ipa
Bitterness: Rated at an intense 90 IBUs, placing it on the higher end of the bitterness scale.
Origin: Brewed by Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery in Hood River, Oregon. 👃 Aroma & Flavor
The beer is designed to be as intense as its namesake, featuring:
Hops: Heavy doses of citrus-forward hops that provide notes of grapefruit and resinous pine. Introducing: Hot Lava IPA Let this one flow — carefully
Malt: A solid, slightly sweet malt backbone to balance the high bitterness, often providing a "toasty" or "caramel" finish.
Appearance: Usually pours a deep amber or golden hue with a persistent frothy head. 🍽️ Food Pairings
Because of its high ABV and bold bitterness, it pairs best with intense, savory dishes:
Grilled Meats: The caramelization of a ribeye steak or barbecued pork complements the beer's maltiness. Hot Lava IPA (often specifically referred to as
Sharp Cheeses: An aged white cheddar or blue cheese can stand up to the aggressive hop profile.
Spicy Cuisine: While the high alcohol can "amplify" heat, many enjoy it with Thai curry or spicy tacos to cut through richness.
Rich Comfort Food: A bacon cheeseburger or fried chicken provides enough fat to help soften the beer's sharp bite.
If you want to experience this style, look for these benchmark examples:
The nose leads with a deceptive freshness. Bright notes of grapefruit zest, pine needles, and tropical mango hit first—classic West Coast hop profile. However, lurking beneath the citrus is a faint, savory earthiness. It is the scent of roasted peppers, subtle but unmistakable, hinting at the warmth to come.