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Nectaron Drift

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Nectaron Drift is a hazy New England-style IPA at session strength, hopped with Nectaron, Comet, El Dorado and Citra. The hops bring bright tropical and citrus notes. The body is soft and hazy, the finish smooth and juicy. At 4.5 % it delivers a full fruit impression in a light frame.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
fruitytropicalcitrusy
fruity
tropical
citrusy
hoppy
juicy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright tropical fruit notes from the Nectaron and El Dorado hops, supported by citrus zest and stone fruit undertones from Citra.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Nectaron Drift

◎ Appearance

Nectaron Drift presents a pale golden hue with a distinctly hazy, turbid body characteristic of New England-style brewing. The head is substantial and creamy, with good retention and fine lacing that clings to the glass. Bright carbonation is evident throughout, creating an inviting and vibrant visual presence.

pale goldenhazy, opaquecreamy headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical fruit notes from the Nectaron and El Dorado hops, supported by citrus zest and stone fruit undertones from Citra. Comet contributes subtle herbal depth without overwhelming the composition. A soft, clean malt backbone provides minimal grain character, allowing the hop aromatics to dominate the sensory profile.

tropical fruitcitrus zeststone fruitherbal restraint

◐ Taste

The palate entry is soft and juicy, with immediate tropical and citrus flavors that reflect the aromatic promise. Mid-palate develops a gentle bitterness from the 40 IBUs, balanced rather than assertive, maintaining juiciness throughout. The body remains light and feathery despite full fruit impression, with a clean finish free of astringency or harsh edges.

juicy, fruit-forwardmoderate bitternesssoft bodyclean, bright

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and dry, with lingering citrus and tropical notes that fade gradually without harsh aftertaste. At session strength, the beer concludes refreshingly, inviting another sip rather than fatiguing the palate.

smoothlingering citrusrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Session IPA

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