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Score out of 10
8
One-line verdict
This is a great IPA reminiscent of leaded ones from the 2010s.
ABV
<0.5%
Calories
58 cal
Carbs
12g
Tasting notes
Look
Clear amber with a strong, pillowy white head. It sets the stage for a more traditional, malt-forward take on the IPA.
Smell
Malt, resin and citrus. Rather than leaning entirely into juicy tropical fruit, it offers the classic combo of a solid malt backbone and assertive hop character.
Taste
Opens with a strong malt backbone, then gives way to citrus from the hops. The finish is clean and satisfyingly bitter, with just enough hop bite to invite another sip without getting harsh.
Mouthfeel
Fantastic. The full body really helps this one stand out from the crowd of thin NA IPAs.
The nerdy part
What I love most is how much this reminds me of the American IPAs breweries were churning out in the early 2010s. Before hazy, juicy IPAs took over, this combination of amber malt, citrus, resin and firm bitterness was everywhere. And I miss it! Good Liar captures that classic approach beautifully. The full body, sturdy malt backbone and clean bitter finish deliver an IPA that feels like an actual beer, not a watered-down imitation.
Bottom line
If you’re tired of every NA IPA chasing the same juicy, tropical profile and want something closer to a classic American IPA, this one deserves a shot. Stock it!
