Sofa King

Sofa King — Modern American IPA — Zona Mosto

Sofa King is the modern American IPA by Zona Mosto, a Milanese brewery founded by the Abruzzese brothers Ares and Erides Di Marco. A beer with medium body, balanced bitterness, and intense aromas and flavors of citrus and resins, balanced by a light caramel malt note. It ferments thanks to an American yeast strain with a neutral aromatic profile, allowing the other ingredients to shine in the olfactory bouquet. A reinterpretation of a classic style, enhanced with more modern brewing techniques that favor aromatic explosiveness over overpowering bitterness.

Technical Sheet

• Style: Modern American IPA
• Yeast: American with a neutral profile (enhances hops and malts)
• Profile: Citrusy, resinous, light caramel, balanced bitterness
• Fermentation: Top fermentation
• Serving temperature: 8–10°C
• Recommended glass: American pint or IPA glass
• Producer: Zona Mosto — Milan, Lombardy

Sensory Profile

On the nose, it is intense and aromatic: citrus and resins generously dominate the bouquet, with a caramel malt base that adds warmth and depth. The neutral American yeast leaves full space to the hops without interference. On the palate, the body is medium, with a balanced bitterness that never overwhelms: the modern philosophy of aromatic explosiveness without the intrusive bitterness of classic IPAs.

Why Choose Sofa King

• Neutral yeast — the technical choice that makes the difference: no yeast aroma interference, just hops and malts front and center
• Balanced, non-intrusive bitterness — the modern IPA philosophy: aromatic explosiveness without the aggressive bitterness of classic versions
• Citrus + caramel — a combination that harmoniously balances hoppiness with malt sweetness
• Zona Mosto — a Milanese brewery with a clear vision and the ability to interpret American styles with Italian sensitivity

Recommended Pairings

Gourmet burgers, grilled meats, semi-aged cheeses, pizza with flavorful toppings, American cuisine. The citrus hoppiness and balanced bitterness hold up well to intense flavors without overpowering them.

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