Exhibit A Just A Kitten

Just A Kitten is a session IPA from Exhibit A Brewing Company in Massachusetts, listed at 5% ABV. That is the upper edge of the session category, which generally runs from about 3.5 to 5%. It should give you the hop-forward profile of an IPA without the weight and warming alcohol of a 7 or 8 percent bottle. The listing carries no usable bitterness figure, so treat the bitterness as a style trait. Session IPAs typically keep it moderate and rounded rather than resinous, with a light malt body that stays out of the way of the hops. Expect the aroma and flavor to lean on citrus, stone fruit, or tropical hop character, and a dry, quick finish that invites another sip. Beers in this style are built for repeat drinking, so the carbonation is usually lively and the body thin enough that a second pint doesn't feel heavy. Because the malt is restrained, the hop notes read clearly from the first sip to the last. Serve it cold but not frozen, around 38 to 45°F. The colder end suits a hot afternoon, while a few degrees of warmth let the hop aromatics open up. A standard shaker pint works for casual drinking, but a tulip or an IPA-specific tulip-style glass concentrates the aroma better and holds the head. Pour with a little vigor to release the hop volatiles, and leave any sediment behind if the can or bottle is unfiltered. At the table, this style handles food that would flatten a heavier beer. The bitterness and carbonation cut through fried chicken, fish tacos, and salty pub fare, and the citrus edge works with grilled shrimp, banh mi, or a spicy tuna roll. It also holds up against sharp cheddar and tangy goat cheese, and its modest strength makes it a sensible choice for longer cookouts where you want flavor without fatigue.