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Little Bling

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Little Bling is the mid-strength companion to Bling, brewed to 3.4 per cent with the same interest in setting hops against malt. Amarillo, Citra and Simcoe give orange peel, grapefruit and a light stone-fruit note, while cara red and crystal malts leave a thin caramel line underneath. At 35 IBU the bitterness is more assertive than 3.4 per cent would suggest, and the finish stays dry and short.

ABV
3.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycaramelorange
citrusy
caramel
orange
fruity
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—bright orange peel and grapefruit zest cut through clearly, backed by the noble hop character of Amarillo, Citra and Simcoe.
not found:juicy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Little Bling

◎ Appearance

Little Bling presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is crisp and lively, with steady streams of small bubbles rising through the body. Lacing clings to the glass with each sip, leaving clean trails against the walls.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—bright orange peel and grapefruit zest cut through clearly, backed by the noble hop character of Amarillo, Citra and Simcoe. A delicate stone-fruit undertone emerges beneath, while the caramel and crystal malts add a subtle sweetness that does not dominate but anchors the aroma.

citrus-forwardorange peelgrapefruitstone fruit notes

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and hop-driven, with the citrus character translating cleanly to the palate. The mid-palate reveals a thin caramel line that balances the assertive 35 IBU bitterness, which reads more pronounced than the 3.4% ABV might suggest. Malt sweetness and hop bite sit in equilibrium, creating tension without overstepping.

citrus-bitter balanceassertive bitternesscaramel backbonedry frame

◑ Finish

The finish is short and dry, with the bitterness fading swiftly and leaving behind a clean, refreshing aftertaste. No cloying sweetness lingers; instead, the palate is reset with a light, crisp sensation.

short and dryclean aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
85
Finish
72
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve well-chilled. Session IPAs are at their best cold — the lower ABV means less warmth to balance the hops.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

Drink fresh. Session IPAs are brewed to be consumed young — the hops are at their best now.

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About Session IPA

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What is a Session IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

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