Elusive Snowfall – Pale Ale (4.0%)
Snowfall is a showcase for Mosaic hops, offering a delicate yet captivating drinking experience. The beer pours a pale golden hue with a light, frothy head. On the nose, Mosaic’s characteristic aromas shine through, delivering notes of ripe blueberries, fresh peaches, and subtle pine. On the palate, the light malt backbone provides the perfect canvas for the fruity hop profile, balancing its stone fruit sweetness with a refreshing, dry finish.
Interesting Fact: Mosaic hops are renowned for their versatility and complexity, often described as a "one-stop shop" hop due to their ability to provide fruit, floral, and earthy characteristics in a single variety. Snowfall’s exclusive use of Mosaic allows this hop’s full potential to shine.
Pairing Suggestions: Pair Snowfall with grilled chicken or a fresh peach and goat cheese salad. For a vegetarian option, try it with roasted butternut squash. The beer’s fruit-forward character also makes it a great match for a light berry tart or a bowl of mixed fruit.
Phantom Style – Pale Ale (4.0%)
Style is a vibrant pale ale brewed with Krush, El Dorado, and Peacharine hops, delivering a medley of fruit-forward aromas. The beer pours a hazy gold with a soft white head. Expect notes of juicy peaches, tropical pineapple, and a hint of ripe mango, balanced with a subtle floral undertone. On the palate, the tropical flavours are complemented by a gentle bitterness, leading to a smooth, refreshing finish.
Interesting Fact: Peacharine is a relatively new hop variety from New Zealand, celebrated for its ability to impart intense stone fruit flavours, particularly peach and nectarine. Combined with the bold tropical notes of El Dorado, Style is a true testament to modern hop innovation.
Pairing Suggestions: Enjoy Style with spicy Thai curry or mango salsa-topped fish tacos. For dessert, a peach cobbler or nectarine galette would harmonize beautifully with the beer’s stone fruit notes.
360° All Day – Extra Pale Ale (3.7%)
All Day is a super sessionable extra pale ale that balances refreshing flavours with impressive depth. Pouring a pale straw colour with a bright, bubbly head, the beer exudes aromas of melon, raspberry, and a hint of spruce. The palate mirrors these aromas, offering a playful mix of Twister ice-cream-like sweetness and a crisp, slightly resinous finish. Despite its lower ABV, All Day delivers a full-flavored experience that’s perfect for casual sipping.
Interesting Fact: The combination of Chinook and Galaxy hops gives All Day its unique character. While Chinook brings notes of pine and spice, Galaxy adds bursts of tropical fruit, making this beer a delightful blend of old and new world hop profiles.
Pairing Suggestions: Pair All Day with a classic margherita pizza or a light cucumber and dill salad. Its crisp finish also complements fresh seafood dishes like ceviche or shrimp cocktail.
Siren Craft Brew x Indie Rabble Still Spinning – IPA (6.8%)
Still Spinning is a bold, hop-forward IPA brewed to celebrate the 5th anniversary of A Hoppy Place and Indie Rabble’s emerging presence in the UK beer scene. This beer pours a bright amber with a creamy white head. Expect an explosion of citrus, tropical fruit, and resinous pine aromas, thanks to the combination of Motueka, Idaho7, Citra, and El Dorado hops. The palate is juicy and vibrant, with a lingering bitterness that leaves you wanting more.
Interesting Fact: Idaho7 hops, known for their dual-purpose capabilities, add layers of complexity to Still Spinning. From tropical fruit to resinous pine and hints of black tea, this hop is a favourite for creating rich, dynamic IPAs.
Pairing Suggestions: Enjoy Still Spinning with grilled meats like a smoky barbecue brisket or spicy chorizo. For a vegetarian pairing, try it with roasted red pepper and feta flatbread. Finish with a tropical fruit pavlova to echo the beer’s fruity notes.
Electric Bear Irrelephant – Pale Ale (3.7%)
Irrelephant takes hop expression to the next level with a combination of Motueka Cryo and Krush Hyperboost hops. Pouring a light golden hue with a lively white head, this beer delivers a powerful aroma explosion of lime zest, tropical guava, and hints of fresh grass. On the palate, the concentrated lupulin from Cryo hops provides intense flavours of citrus and tropical fruit, balanced by a clean, crisp finish.
Interesting Fact: Cryo hops are a cutting-edge innovation, featuring a concentrated form of lupulin that intensifies flavour and aroma while reducing vegetal matter. Irrelephant’s use of Hyperboost technology exemplifies Electric Bear’s commitment to pushing hop boundaries.
Pairing Suggestions: Pair Irrelephant with tangy tacos al pastor or a zesty lime and cilantro salad. Its citrusy character also pairs wonderfully with key lime pie or a tropical fruit sorbet.
Otherworld Styrian Dragon – Pale Ale (4.3%)
Styrian Dragon showcases the versatility of Slovenian hops in a hazy, aromatic pale ale. This beer pours a golden yellow with a creamy head. Aromas of lemon, orange, and a hint of lime are complemented by subtle coconut and vanilla notes. On the palate, the citrusy brightness transitions into a slightly resinous, piney finish, creating a balanced and refreshing experience.
Interesting Fact: Styrian Dragon, Wolf, and Eagle hops are part of Slovenia’s rich hop heritage. These varieties are gaining global recognition for their unique flavour profiles, combining European finesse with bold, modern aromas.
Pairing Suggestions: Enjoy Styrian Dragon with grilled chicken skewers or a light coconut curry. For dessert, a lemon meringue pie or vanilla panna cotta would complement its citrus and vanilla nuances.
Cloudwater San Doku – Pale Ale (4.0%)
San Doku is a crisp and refreshing pale ale crafted to showcase the delicate balance of Loral, Lorien, and Citra hops. Pouring a pale straw colour with a fluffy white head, the beer delivers light notes of stone fruit, bright citrus, and a hint of tropical punch. The finish is clean and dry, making it incredibly drinkable and ideal for any occasion.
Interesting Fact: Loral hops are often referred to as "Super Noble" due to their ability to combine floral and earthy notes with a hint of citrus. San Doku’s use of this hop adds a layer of elegance to its approachable flavour profile.
Pairing Suggestions: Pair San Doku with a classic Caprese salad or grilled shrimp skewers. Its light, crisp nature also pairs beautifully with citrusy desserts like a lemon tart or orange sorbet.
Pilot Krush IPA – NEIPA (5.6%)
Krush is a hazy NEIPA bursting with vibrant citrus, mango, guava, and peach flavours. The beer pours a glowing orange with a pillowy white head, offering an inviting tropical aroma. On the palate, the juicy hop character is balanced by a smooth, creamy body and a soft, lingering finish.
Interesting Fact: Krush hops are a brand-new variety from the USA, designed to deliver intense tropical and citrus flavours. This hop’s debut in Pilot’s Krush IPA showcases its potential to redefine hazy IPA profiles.
Pairing Suggestions: Pair Krush with spicy dishes like a Thai green curry or a mango and chili salad. For dessert, try a peach and guava parfait or a creamy mango lassi to echo its tropical notes.