About This Beer
Heaney Session IPA is a refreshing, citrus-led Irish craft beer brewed on the Heaney family farm in Bellaghy, Northern Ireland. At 3.4% ABV, it’s crafted to deliver bright hop expression and crisp drinkability without the heaviness of stronger IPAs. What sets this beer apart is Heaney Farmhouse Brewery’s signature brewing style — exceptionally clean fermentation, soft fruit-forward hop character and a beautiful balance between bitterness and refreshment. For drinkers exploring craft beer Ireland who want flavour without intensity, this is one of the best low-ABV IPAs on the Irish market.
Cascade and Mosaic hops drive the profile here, giving Heaney Session IPA its distinctive mix of grapefruit zest, mandarin, blueberry hints and gentle floral tones. While many Session IPAs can feel thin or watery, Heaney’s version maintains structure and flavour thanks to a carefully built pale malt backbone. The beer finishes dry and crisp, encouraging another sip — exactly what a Session IPA should do.
If you enjoy hop-forward beers that emphasise citrus brightness over bitterness, you’ll find plenty more to explore in our IPA & Pale Ale collection.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale gold with bright clarity and a soft white head.
Aroma: Grapefruit, mandarin, light melon, subtle blueberry and gentle floral hops.
Flavour: Clean citrus peel, soft tropical edges, mild berry notes from Mosaic and a crisp malt backbone.
Mouthfeel: Light, refreshing and smooth with lively carbonation and a dry, snappy finish.
About the Brewery
Heaney Farmhouse Brewery operates from the Heaney family farm in Bellaghy, Northern Ireland, bringing together generations of agricultural heritage with a modern brewing mindset. Their beers are known for being exceptionally clean, balanced and quietly expressive — a reflection of both their rural roots and their technical precision. Instead of chasing extremes, Heaney focuses on drinkability, subtle hop expression and understated elegance across their range.
Their Session IPA exemplifies this approach: a beer that feels effortless but is brewed with careful control to ensure clarity of flavour and dependable refreshment. To discover more farmhouse-inspired and independently brewed Irish beers, browse our Irish Craft Beer collection.
Food Pairings
The crisp citrus notes and light body of Heaney Session IPA make it exceptionally versatile. It pairs beautifully with:
• Grilled prawns, fish tacos or lemon-and-herb salmon
• Thai salads, Vietnamese dishes, green curries and ginger-led sauces
• Chicken burgers, grilled halloumi, roasted vegetables
• Citrus-dressed salads
• Soft goat’s cheese, mozzarella or mild cheddar
Its modest strength makes it ideal for long lunches, barbecues and gatherings where you want flavour without fatigue.
For contrast and variety, you can also compare this IPA with European classics in our Belgian Beer and German Beer sections, or explore larger formats for hosting within our Beer Kegs range.
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