Belgian IPA
Belgian IPAs blend the hop-forward character of American IPAs with the fruity esters and spicy phenolics of Belgian brewing traditions. Typically brewed with Belgian yeast strains and American hop varieties, these beers showcase a complex interplay between hop bitterness and the distinctive character of Belgian fermentation. They emerged in the early 2000s as Belgian brewers experimented with American craft brewing trends, creating a hybrid style that balances the hoppy intensity of IPAs with the distinctive Belgian yeast flavors.