river mist- new zealand ipa

Rivers are quicksilver lifelines that meander through the countryside and provide a habitat for flora and fauna. They are home to countless animal and plant species, provide people with refuge and quality of life, enhance the landscape, and invite people to bathe, fish, canoe, swim, and doze on air mattresses. In autumn, thick clouds of fog pile up over the rivers, immersing the surroundings in a mystical atmosphere; in summer, the flowing waters provide wonderful coolness and refreshment.

We're not the only ones who love rivers: Cierzo Brewing recently created a beer tribute to its homeland's rivers. The Douro and Ebro are the two rivers located in the immediate vicinity of the Spanish brewery and the inspiration for River Mist – a New Zealand IPA brewed with Galaxy, Motueka, Nelson Sauvin, and Riwaka hops. The punchy brew delivers 6.0% alcohol by volume and balances its tropical and herbal flavors with a whopping 60 bitterness units.

True to its name, River Mist flows into the glass in a misty, sun-drenched gold, adorned with a small crown of white foam. A tropical cocktail of white grapes, passion fruit, and citrus fruits blends with spicy herbs to create a summery symphony that permeates both the aroma and flavor. A triumphant homage to the rivers of the earth!