Belleflower Beach Rose Neipa

Belleflower Beach Rose Neipa is a New England IPA brewed in Massachusetts, the style's home region, and the name hints at a floral or rose-tinged twist on the format. The listing doesn't state ABV, hops or any added ingredients, so what follows describes the style as it typically behaves rather than a measured profile for this can. New England IPAs are built for aroma and texture over bitterness. Expect a hazy, opaque pour in pale gold to orange, with juicy hop character: stone fruit, citrus pith, tropical fruit such as mango or pineapple, and sometimes a soft resinous edge. Bitterness is usually low to moderate and the body round and pillowy, helped by oats or wheat and a yeast strain that leaves a lightly fruity, soft finish. Carbonation tends to be gentle. A floral note, if it appears here, would sit comfortably alongside those fruit-forward hops. Serve it cold but not frozen, around 6 to 9°C (43 to 48°F). Much colder and the hop aromatics close up; a little warmer lets the fruit and any floral lift come through. Pour it into a tulip, a wide-mouthed IPA glass or a stemless wine glass so the aroma has room to gather. A can of this style gives the best hop aroma fresh, so drink it soon rather than cellaring it, and keep it refrigerated and upright until you open it. At the table, the juicy hop profile suits dishes with some heat or richness: fish tacos with lime, Thai green curry, spiced chicken wings, burgers with sharp cheddar, or a carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. It also stands up well beside grilled shrimp, mild Indian curries and fresh goat cheese.