About This Beer
Oso Fresh NEIPA is a soft, juicy, and heavily hop-forward new england ipa beer brewed to showcase modern tropical hop character and smooth drinkability. Brewed by Spanish craft brewery Oso Brew Co at 5.5% ABV, this hazy ipa beer delivers layers of mango, pineapple, peach, citrus juice, and soft tropical fruit while maintaining the pillowy mouthfeel that defines the modern NEIPA style. If you enjoy juicy hop-driven beer, discover more in our IPA & Pale Ale collection, where you will find standout ipa beer from Ireland and beyond.
From the first sip, Fresh NEIPA delivers saturated tropical fruit flavour supported by low bitterness and a soft rounded finish. Notes of mango, pineapple, ripe peach, orange juice, and subtle citrus zest dominate throughout while the hazy body creates a smooth and creamy texture.
Unlike traditional west coast ipa beer styles that prioritise resinous bitterness and dry finishes, Fresh NEIPA focuses on hop aroma, fruit-forward flavour, and soft drinkability. The bitterness stays restrained, allowing the juicy hop profile to remain the centrepiece of the beer.
The malt body helps support the haze and smooth texture without becoming overly sweet or heavy. Compared to standard lager beer, Fresh NEIPA delivers dramatically greater aroma intensity and flavour complexity while remaining softer and fruitier than many stout beer or red ale beer styles.
The result is a modern hazy ipa beer that balances tropical flavour intensity with excellent drinkability, making it approachable both for experienced ipa beer fans and drinkers newer to the style.
Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Hazy deep golden yellow with a lasting white head
- Aroma: Mango, pineapple, peach, citrus juice, and tropical hops
- Flavour: Juicy tropical fruit, orange zest, peach, soft hop sweetness, and low bitterness
- Mouthfeel: Smooth, soft, and medium-bodied with gentle carbonation and a rounded finish
About the Brewery
Oso Brew Co is an independent craft brewery based in Madrid, Spain, known for producing modern flavour-forward beer inspired by contemporary American and European brewing techniques.
The brewery has developed a growing reputation for expressive ipa beer, clean brewing practices, and approachable modern craft beer with strong balance and drinkability. Their brewing philosophy focuses on maximising flavour and aroma while maintaining technical precision and consistency across the range.
Fresh NEIPA showcases the brewery’s ability to produce modern hazy ipa beer with strong tropical hop character and smooth drinkability while avoiding excessive sweetness or heaviness. The beer reflects the modern international influence on Spanish craft beer and demonstrates Oso Brew Co’s focus on contemporary hop-forward brewing.
As the Spanish craft beer scene continues to grow internationally, Oso Brew Co has become increasingly recognised for producing modern beers that appeal to both experienced craft beer drinkers and those discovering hop-driven styles for the first time.
Food Pairings
Oso Fresh NEIPA pairs exceptionally well with spicy foods and dishes that complement the beer’s tropical fruit character and soft bitterness. Tacos, spicy chicken burgers, Thai curries, and Asian-inspired dishes all work particularly well alongside the beer’s juicy hop profile and smooth finish.
The tropical fruit notes also pair beautifully with grilled chicken, soft cheeses, loaded fries, and barbecue foods where the soft carbonation and rounded mouthfeel help balance spice and richness.
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