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Mosaic hops steer this bitter IPA: stone fruit and blueberry in a juicy, fruit-forward aroma, a firm bitterness behind it, and a clean, dry finish. It pours bright and is unapologetically bitter by design. 5.6 % ABV, 45 IBU. The brewery files it as a bitter IPA, a take that leans into the traditional roots of the style, and brews it in Loanhead.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter45 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruityhoppyjuicy
fruity
hoppy
juicy
clean
dark fruit
berry
Aroma
The nose leads with distinctive stone fruit and dark berry notes from the Mosaic hops—blueberry and plum dominate the bouquet.
also:tropical,citrusy
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for New Relic

◎ Appearance

New Relic presents a bright, clear golden amber hue with excellent transparency. The head forms with moderate density and maintains steady Schaumkleiden along the glass walls. Carbonation is brisk and visible, contributing to a lively, inviting presentation.

bright golden amberclear, well-definedpersistent head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with distinctive stone fruit and dark berry notes from the Mosaic hops—blueberry and plum dominate the bouquet. A juicy, fruit-forward character overlays a firm herbal and bitter foundation. The aroma is clean and direct, with no esters or off-notes, allowing the hop character to speak clearly.

stone fruit, blueberryherbal bitternessclean, hop-driven

◐ Taste

Entry is immediate and unapologetic: bitter and hoppy, with 45 IBU delivering genuine backbone. The mid-palate showcases dark fruit and berry layers balanced against the restrained malt body. Dryness increases through the palate, leaving no sweetness or residual sugar—the bitterness remains prominent without harshness.

firm bitternessdark fruit, berry notesdry, lean body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, with bitterness lingering gently into the aftertaste. No cloying sweetness or astringency; the impression is refreshing and precise.

bitter aftertasteclean, crisp fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
74
Serve at 8–11°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 IPA

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What is a 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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