Vitamin Sea Brewing Backstage Pass

Name: Vitamin Sea Brewing Backstage Pass
Brand: Beer
SKU: 69709b991603daf992cf5c7e
Rating: 3.97 (1006 reviews)

NEIPA - New England IPA 5.9 º

Vitamin Sea Brewing

Backstage Pass presents a quintessential Hazy IPA experience, defined by the singular, expressive character of Nelson Sauvin hops. The sensory journey begins with an explosion of white wine grapes, crushed gooseberries, and a distinctive tropical fruit profile that defines the cultivar. Vitamin Sea’s execution emphasizes a pillowy, soft mouthfeel that carries these vibrant hop oils across the palate without harshness. Expect a base of crackery, bready malts that provide a neutral canvas for the intense hop character. This moderate ABV pour balances a restrained bitterness with a juicy, off-dry finish, showcasing the sophisticated nuances of its New Zealand hop heritage within a modern, opaque frame.

Appearance. Straw to light gold (3–5 SRM). Opaque with a characteristic hazy shine; dense, meringue-like white head with high retention and thick lacing.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring white grape, gooseberry, and passion fruit from the Nelson Sauvin. Background notes of bready, grainy malt; clean fermentation with very low supportive fruity esters and no yeast-derived phenolics.

Taste. High fruity hop flavor of white wine grapes and tropical citrus. Malt flavor is low and bready, serving as a neutral foundation. Low to medium-low perceived bitterness that is well-integrated and never harsh. Finishes off-dry and smooth with a lingering juicy hop character.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a soft, plush texture. Moderate carbonation. No noticeable alcohol warmth; very smooth and devoid of any hop-derived or grain-based astringency.

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