Different Hoppy Summer Crushers

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  1. Jsukys

    Jsukys Devotee (301) Apr 18, 2015 California

    As the weather has turnt up I definitely have more reason to compile a cooler of low abv golf/boat/whatever beers. I definitely gravitate toward hoppier beers but with a mix of hoppy lagers/west coast/NE IPAs and pale ales. Some favorites of mine are Peak Organic’s Fresh Cut and Stone’s Neverending Haze (which sadly doesn’t seem to be produced this year, or at least isn’t available in the New Haven area). Obviously there are the common options likely Founders All Day/Sierra Nevada Pale Ale/Bell’s Light Hearted and some more regional ones like Night Shift Whirlpool or Industrial Arts’ Metric Pilsner, but wanted to see if anyone had recs for some new hoppy crushers that may not be as well known. Bonus points for 12oz cans format. Thanks and cheers to summer 2021
     
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  2. vtcraft

    vtcraft Zealot (719) Apr 1, 2013 Vermont
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    Not really new or under the radar but the latest version of Lawsons super session is pretty tasty. I’ve also been digging the updated Trapps variety pack
     
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  3. Jsukys

    Jsukys Devotee (301) Apr 18, 2015 California

    that’s good to hear. Saw the 12-pack of Super Session 5 but don’t have a lot of experience with Cashmere hops so wasn’t sure about. Thanks for the recs!
     
    #3 Jsukys, Jun 7, 2021
  4. IGaveYouPower

    IGaveYouPower Savant (1,070) Dec 2, 2010 New York
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    Harpoon Rec League is my go-to summer hoppy crusher. $7 4-packs of tallboys and its a truly delicious beer. The new Sierra Nevada session IPA is in that vein too for sure. If you get it out by you, Common Roots' Citra session is exactly what you're looking for and at a good price point too.
     
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  5. wasatchback

    wasatchback Pooh-Bah (1,574) Jan 12, 2014 Tajikistan
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    It’s solid for sure. I actually haven’t liked Cashmere in the past but the lots Lawson’s has must be great. Really enjoyed this beer. Has a nice fullnesss to the palate, not thin at all. 80% of the beer I drink is 5% or below and this stood out to me. Great hop aroma/flavor and a fullness to support it so everything stays somewhat in balance.
     
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  6. Newport_beerguy

    Newport_beerguy Pooh-Bah (1,860) Feb 24, 2011 Rhode Island
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    Unfortunately need to get this at the source, but I really enjoyed Vitamin Sea's Nice and Easy citra IPA during my day drinking sessions this weekend. 4.9% and it finishes cleaner than their bigger IPAs which tend toward a sweeter finish.
     
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  7. Seb_aschn

    Seb_aschn Devotee (387) Nov 28, 2018 New Jersey

    I second the cashmere super session. Its really great for low abv
     
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  8. jonphisher

    jonphisher Grand Pooh-Bah (3,850) Aug 9, 2015 New Jersey
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    Unfortunately I don’t think they make it up to you but if they do...yards philly pale ale 12 pack of cans.

    A purchase that regularly is in the fridge at my house. I think it checks all the boxes you are looking for.
     
    #8 jonphisher, Jun 7, 2021
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  9. LakesideBrewing

    LakesideBrewing Zealot (604) Dec 1, 2013 Massachusetts
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    Notch Raw Power.
     
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  10. Jsukys

    Jsukys Devotee (301) Apr 18, 2015 California

    Wish we got notch in New Haven!
     
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  11. algebeeric_topology

    algebeeric_topology Pooh-Bah (2,052) Dec 30, 2014 Florida
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    Does Grimm make it up there? Today's Special is a solid series of low abv hoppy beers.
     
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  12. Jsukys

    Jsukys Devotee (301) Apr 18, 2015 California

    Not really but thanks for the rec, always worth stopping by when I’m down in NYC. Looks like Harpoon Reg League and Super Session #5 are the reliable finds for me. Thanks guys!
     
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  13. stairway2heavn

    stairway2heavn Zealot (746) Aug 17, 2017 New Jersey

    Marlowe Eager to Share (or their other single IPAs/pales)
     
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  14. Jsukys

    Jsukys Devotee (301) Apr 18, 2015 California

    Definitely love Marlowe, that guy is legit
     
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  15. sefus12

    sefus12 Pundit (938) Sep 7, 2006 Wisconsin
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    You can never go wrong with a Von Trapp variety pack. NEVER.
     
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  16. dewski312

    dewski312 Devotee (369) May 2, 2009 Connecticut
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    NEBCOs Elm City Pils is excellent and hits distribution fairly regularly
     
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  17. mrz200

    mrz200 Initiate (0) Jul 11, 2013 Massachusetts

    Farmer's Fresh from Fort Hill

    12oz, 5%, around 7$ for a six pack. seems like these guys disappeared for a while, but are back on shelves.
     
    #17 mrz200, Jun 8, 2021
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  18. epoole3

    epoole3 Zealot (695) Aug 28, 2005 Massachusetts

    For me, Rising Tide’s MTPA or Fox Farm’s Little Brook. But truthfully, this beer has earned a permanent spot in my fridge as an any day, any time, no guilt crusher.

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    #18 epoole3, Jun 8, 2021
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  19. algebeeric_topology

    algebeeric_topology Pooh-Bah (2,052) Dec 30, 2014 Florida
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    Nice, this has been on my list to check out and I'm glad to hear it's great! I think their other ipa is solid.
     
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  20. Jsukys

    Jsukys Devotee (301) Apr 18, 2015 California

    Yessss my pregnant wife is a big fan :slight_smile:
     
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