Duet is Alpine Beer Company’s original West Coast-style single IPA, built around a two-hop pairing of Simcoe and Amarillo that gives it its name. It’s a San Diego staple that has kept a strong reputation on rating sites for years, and it’s now part of the Tilray lineup being launched in the UK through BrewDog.
This beer is one of nine brands Tilray Brands is bringing to the UK through BrewDog. See our full rundown of the Tilray x BrewDog launch for the rest of the lineup.
At a Glance
| Brewery | Alpine Beer Company, San Diego, California |
| Style | American IPA (West Coast single IPA) |
| ABV | 7.0% |
| Hops | Simcoe and Amarillo |
Two Hops, One Balanced IPA
Alpine’s own description calls Duet a harmonious hop balance between Simcoe and Amarillo, and that balance is the whole point. Rather than stacking six or seven hop varieties, Duet keeps it to a focused pairing that delivers pine, citrus and a clean bitterness without feeling scattered.
It’s rated in the mid-90s on BeerAdvocate, with reviewers consistently calling out a “very good beer” with a hop character that holds up well over time, a rarer trait for single IPAs that often fade fast once opened.
- Focused two-hop profile (Simcoe and Amarillo) that avoids feeling muddled
- Consistently well-rated for years, not a recent trend beer
- 7.0% ABV puts it in a reasonable middle ground between session and imperial IPA
- Not currently listed on Saucey, so delivery options are limited outside California
- Some reviewers note carbonation runs a little high
- West Coast distribution means it can be hard to find on the East Coast
Beers to Try If You Like It
Since Duet isn’t currently on Saucey everywhere, here’s a West Coast-style IPA in the same hop-forward lane you can get delivered:
For more on how this style compares to other pale ales, see our IPA vs. Pale Ale breakdown.
FAQs
What hops are in Alpine Duet IPA?
Simcoe and Amarillo hops.
What is the ABV of Alpine Duet?
7.0% ABV.
Can I get Alpine Duet delivered through Saucey?
Not currently in most areas. Green Flash West Coast IPA (linked above) is a close alternative you can order through Saucey.
