Vocation Brewery Love & Hate Sour IPA

Name: Vocation Brewery Love & Hate Sour IPA
Brand: Beer
SKU: 640bc1ec3dae5164f7315d2b
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.63 (45 reviews)

IPA Other 7.2 º

Vocation Brewery

This Wild Specialty Beer delivers a striking fusion of New England IPA character and sharp lactic acidity. A creamy grist of oats and wheat provides a silky foundation for the vibrant interplay of Citra and Galaxy hops, which burst with notes of passionfruit, citrus, and peach. Fermented with Vermont yeast, the profile is further enriched by stone fruit esters that harmonize with the clean, bright sourness introduced by Lactobacillus. The result is a bold, 7.2% ABV experience where tropical hop saturation meets a refreshing, zesty edge, balancing lush textures with a crisp, puckering finish.

Appearance. Opaque, hazy pale gold (4-6 SRM) with a dense, frothy white head that shows moderate retention and light lacing, typical of acidic ales.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics featuring heavy tropical fruit notes of passionfruit and pineapple from Galaxy hops, complemented by Citra's lime and grapefruit. Vermont yeast contributes distinct peach and apricot esters. A clean, sharp lactic tartness underpins the hop profile without any funk.

Taste. Initial impression is a sharp, clean lactic sourness that gives way to an explosion of tropical and citrus flavors. The mid-palette reveals smooth, bready malt from the oats and wheat. Low perceived bitterness allows the Galaxy and Citra hop flavors to dominate. The finish is dry and tangy with lingering notes of citrus zest and peach.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a notable creaminess and silkiness from the high-protein grist. Moderate carbonation. A gentle, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present at 7.2%, though the acidity provides a refreshing, crisp sensation.

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