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Lack of Vision

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Lack of Vision is a 10% hazy triple IPA brewed with Citra, Nelson and Rakau, a step above the 8.5% doubles in the Fidens lineup. The brewery opened in late 2019 in Colonie near Albany and now pours at its taproom at 897 Broadway. Its name is Latin for courageousness, confidence and fearlessness, a word Raquel came up with while the founders prepared to open.

ABV
10%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusytropical
hoppy
citrusy
tropical
juicy
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with punchy Citra and Nelson Sauvin character—bright citrus zest, white grapefruit, and herbaceous stone fruit blend seamlessly.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lack of Vision

◎ Appearance

Lack of Vision presents a distinctly hazy, pale golden appearance characteristic of the style, with suspended yeast and hop particles creating a soft, diffused quality. The head forms with moderate density and persists with fine Schaumkleiden, while the carbonation appears lively yet restrained. At 5 SRM, the color sits in the lighter end of the spectrum, allowing light to pass through with a slightly cloudy luminosity.

pale goldenhazy, translucentpersistent headbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with punchy Citra and Nelson Sauvin character—bright citrus zest, white grapefruit, and herbaceous stone fruit blend seamlessly. Rakau adds a subtle spice and herbal undertone, while the 10% ABV contributes gentle warmth without alcoholic harshness. A light, creamy yeast backdrop from fermentation softens the overall impression without obscuring the hop-forward character.

citrus zest, grapefruittropical stone fruitherbal spiceclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied, with the triple IPA's elevated alcohol providing structure and creamy mouthfeel. Mid-palate unfolds with layered hop bitterness—50 IBU striking a balance rather than overwhelming—alongside persistent citrus and passionfruit notes. The sweetness from underlying malz remains subtle, allowing the hop profile to dominate through to the finish without becoming thin or harsh.

creamy, full bodybalanced bitternesscitrus, passionfruitsmooth alcohol integration

◑ Finish

The finish extends with a lingering hop bitterness and residual stone-fruit sweetness that fades gradually. Aftertaste is clean and refreshing, with mild alcohol warmth persisting without dryness.

lingering bitternessfruit aftertastewarm, clean
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
80
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

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.

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What is a Hazy 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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