Bax Single Hop Rakau 1½ IPA is an Imperial IPA from Baxbier Brewery in Groningen, brewed with a single hop variety: Rakau from New Zealand. This focused approach showcases what the hop brings on its own—tropical and citrus character. The grain bill combines barley, wheat and oats to build a full-bodied foundation.

At 7.2% ABV, this is a robust ale for serious hop enthusiasts. The single-hop format makes it a direct study of Rakau's potential. Baxbier, founded in 2014 by cycling friends Jeroen Bax and Sepp Jansen, embraces a 'seriously playful' philosophy in their brewing.