{"product_id":"ud-40","title":"UD-40","description":"\u003ch3\u003eUD-40 from Birrificio Gaia: The Fragrant New England IPA from Brianza\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUD-40\u003c\/strong\u003e is the \u003cstrong\u003eNew England IPA\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Brianza-based \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maltese.beer\/collections\/birra-gaia\" title=\"Birra Gaia\"\u003eBirrificio Gaia\u003c\/a\u003e, confirming the high artisanal quality of the Carate Brianza producer. This super-hopped \u003cstrong\u003eNEIPA\u003c\/strong\u003e combines explosive aromas of citrus and tropical fruit with a soft, velvety texture, finishing with a slight bitterness that perfectly completes the tasting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUD-40 represents Gaia's interpretation of the American \u003cstrong\u003eHazy IPA\u003c\/strong\u003e style: cloudy, fragrant, and incredibly drinkable despite its aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e New England IPA \/ Hazy IPA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.8% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 (moderate bitterness)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33cl can\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloudy golden yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced with a selection of \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican hops\u003c\/strong\u003e (Citra, Mosaic, Galaxy) and a malt base enriched with oat and wheat flakes, UD-40 uses a massive \u003cstrong\u003edry-hopping\u003c\/strong\u003e technique to extract intense aromas without overdoing the bitterness. The natural cloudiness gives the beer a creamy and enveloping texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, UD-40 shows an \u003cstrong\u003eintense golden yellow, naturally cloudy\u003c\/strong\u003e appearance, with a compact and persistent white foam that attests to the quality of the production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it is a true explosion of \u003cstrong\u003ecitrus and tropical aromas\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the texture is \u003cstrong\u003esoft and velvety\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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 \u003cstrong\u003emild bitterness\u003c\/strong\u003e that cleanses the palate and invites the next sip, never becoming aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe drinkability is exceptional: despite the 6.8% ABV and aromatic complexity, UD-40 flows easily and encourages continued tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUD-40 is perfect to accompany:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGourmet hamburgers and pulled pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses (pecorino, grana)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTex-Mex cuisine (tacos, burritos, nachos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGourmet pizza with refined ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFried fish or vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperitifs with friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal serving temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8°C\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tumbler or American pint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBirrificio Gaia: Artisanal Excellence from Brianza\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirrificio Gaia\u003c\/strong\u003e from Carate Brianza is one of the most appreciated craft producers in Lombardy. 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