True Colors
True Colors from Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, is a hazy New England IPA that showcases the Illinois craft brewery's skill with the juicy, unfiltered style. It pours a dense, opaque golden-orange with a pillowy white head. The aroma bursts with tropical and citrus notes — think ripe mango, tangerine, and fresh pineapple layered over a soft, doughy base. On the palate, the beer is lush and full-bodied, with a creamy mouthfeel characteristic of the style. Bright fruit flavors dominate, balanced by a restrained, gentle bitterness that never overwhelms. The finish is smooth and relatively dry, leaving a pleasant, lingering citrus warmth that invites the next sip.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for True Colors
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
About New England IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a New England 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 New England IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, hoppy, hazy character as True Colors will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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