UD-40

UD-40 from Birrificio Gaia: The Fragrant New England IPA from Brianza

UD-40 is the New England IPA from the Brianza-based Birrificio Gaia, confirming the high artisanal quality of the Carate Brianza producer. This super-hopped NEIPA combines explosive aromas of citrus and tropical fruit with a soft, velvety texture, finishing with a slight bitterness that perfectly completes the tasting experience.

UD-40 represents Gaia's interpretation of the American Hazy IPA style: cloudy, fragrant, and incredibly drinkable despite its aromatic complexity.

Technical Features

Style: New England IPA / Hazy IPA
Alcohol content: 6.8% ABV
IBU: 40 (moderate bitterness)
Format: 33cl can
Color: Cloudy golden yellow

Produced with a selection of American hops (Citra, Mosaic, Galaxy) and a malt base enriched with oat and wheat flakes, UD-40 uses a massive dry-hopping technique to extract intense aromas without overdoing the bitterness. The natural cloudiness gives the beer a creamy and enveloping texture.

Tasting Notes

Visually, UD-40 shows an intense golden yellow, naturally cloudy appearance, with a compact and persistent white foam that attests to the quality of the production.

On the nose, it is a true explosion of citrus and tropical aromas: pink grapefruit, mandarin, ripe pineapple, mango, and passion fruit intertwine in a complex yet harmonious aromatic bouquet. Notes of peach and lychee complete the olfactory profile.

On the palate, the texture is soft and velvety, with medium carbonation perfectly balancing the malt sweetness. The taste faithfully recalls the tropical notes from the nose, with a full body that is never heavy. The finish features a mild bitterness that cleanses the palate and invites the next sip, never becoming aggressive.

The drinkability is exceptional: despite the 6.8% ABV and aromatic complexity, UD-40 flows easily and encourages continued tasting.

Recommended Pairings

UD-40 is perfect to accompany:

• Gourmet hamburgers and pulled pork
• Aged cheeses (pecorino, grana)
• Tex-Mex cuisine (tacos, burritos, nachos)
• Gourmet pizza with refined ingredients
• Fried fish or vegetables
• Aperitifs with friends

Ideal serving temperature: 6-8°C
Recommended glass: Tumbler or American pint

Birrificio Gaia: Artisanal Excellence from Brianza

Birrificio Gaia from Carate Brianza is one of the most appreciated craft producers in Lombardy. With beers like Alice 2.0 (gold medal at Birra dell'Anno), Aradia, and UD-40, Gaia has won the hearts of Italian craft beer enthusiasts thanks to consistent quality and a continuous pursuit of excellence.

UD-40 confirms the brewery's ability to produce top-level, balanced, and drinkable New England IPAs.

Buy UD-40 on Maltese: fast shipping in 24-48h, stored at controlled temperature. Discover the fragrant NEIPA from Birrificio Gaia!