The second in our experimental series, we are once again bringing back blended yeasts. Using a similar blend to the 1st batch, we wanted to take it in a different direction in terms of style. This time, we took it more towards a modern East Coast Hazy IPA. Using the tropical fruit and slight spicy esters of the yeast, we layered on bold hop flavours of citrus, berry, stone fruit, and resinous cannabis-like notes. This beer has heavy hitting hops from top to bottom here with Citra, Mosaic, Riwaka, Lotus, and a hop blend called Mega Terps. The very hazy appearance is created not only by the yeast blend but also by the large amounts of wheat and oats. A touch of honey malt adds some sweetness, and the body is boosted with malt dextrin, giving this beer a bit more of a sweet finish, only balanced by the large hop presence. The two yeasts are quite different, but they also seem to symbiotically co-ferment. We are excited to see how this unconventional and experimental yeast blend takes these familiar hop flavours and presents them in a new light. If you are looking for a fresh take on an IPA, this is it!