Rise of the Independents, IPA

TASTING NOTES

New Zealand-grown Nelson Sauvin makes all the running in this juicy, light amber-hued IPA. Named because the hop variety’s characteristics are reminiscent of Sauvignon Blanc (so that’s wine drinkers covered), it has made itself very comfortable in each glass of this intriguing IPA. It has light and lilting suggestions of gooseberry and lemon on the nose, while a similar fruitiness tantalises the palate, alongside a dash of white pepper followed by an arch of bitterness and dryness in the finish. Definitely one hop to rule them all as JRR Tolkien nearly wrote. 

Hop: Nelson Sauvin

Food pairing: Charm your palate with a plate of charcuterie, or saunter over to the seashore and serve alongside oysters.