Woods Boss x Second Dawn 'Western Hop Show V5' West Coast-Style IPA Beer, Colorado

Bright citrus, resinous pine, and a touch of dank hop character leap from the glass in Western Hop Show V5, showcasing the bold personality of a modern West Coast IPA. Created as part of an ongoing experimental collaboration series between Woods Boss Brewing Company and Second Dawn Brewing Company, this release explores the intersection of classic West Coast drinkability and contemporary hop expression. It reflects two breweries united by a shared passion for innovation, precision, and the continual evolution of hop-forward beer.

Product Details:

• ABV: 6.8%
• Hop Varieties: Cascade, Motueka, Ekuanot, Amarillo, Mosaic Cryo, Krush, Strata, Citra Cryo

Sensory Description:

The nose is packed with vibrant citrus aromas of grapefruit peel, orange zest, and lime, layered with tropical fruit notes and a gentle dankness. On the palate, bright hop flavors unfold through waves of citrus, passionfruit, and stone fruit, supported by subtle pine and herbal undertones. A lean malt profile keeps the beer crisp and focused, allowing the complex hop blend to take center stage. True to the West Coast style, the finish is clean, refreshing, and pleasantly bitter, yet modern hop techniques contribute a softer fruit-forward dimension that enhances approachability without sacrificing character.

Brewer’s Background:

Woods Boss Brewing Company has earned recognition for producing approachable, technically polished craft beers that celebrate both traditional and contemporary styles. Through collaborations such as the Western Hop Show series, the brewery works alongside like-minded producers to explore new hop combinations and brewing techniques. Partner brewery Second Dawn Brewing Company shares a similar commitment to experimentation and quality, making this collaboration a natural extension of both teams’ creative brewing philosophies.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well chilled, around 6 to 8 degrees Celsius, in a tulip or IPA glass to concentrate the beer’s expressive hop aromatics and maintain its crisp carbonation. This West Coast IPA pairs exceptionally well with grilled burgers, spicy tacos, barbecue, sharp cheeses, and fried foods, where its bitterness and citrus profile help refresh the palate. It is equally enjoyable as a standalone beer for hop enthusiasts seeking a clean, modern IPA experience.