Harpoon IPA
The classic East Coast IPA that started a revolution
An iconic East Coast style IPA that offers a crisp, clean profile balanced by a pronounced hop bitterness and a subtle malt sweet finish. It is exceptionally drinkable and has remained a staple of New England craft brewing for decades.
Pairs with
Spicy buffalo wings or sharp cheddar cheeseburger
Spicy vegetable pad thai or jalapeno poppers
Aged Cheddar or Pepper Jack
Origin & serving
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Pint glass
Chilled (45-52F)
Founded in Boston in 1986 by Rich Doyle, Dan Kenary, and George Ligeti, Harpoon Brewery secured Massachusetts brewing permit number one. Driven by a mission to bring craft brewing options to the East Coast, the brewery transitioned to an employee-owned business model (ESOP) in 2014, ensuring its independent legacy.
Harpoon IPA was first brewed in 1993 at the company's Boston waterfront brewhouse. This flagship ale helped pioneer the New England craft beer movement by introducing local beer lovers to the floral, citrusy character of Pacific Northwest hops.
