City Lights Hazy Session IPA is a juicy, hop-driven pale ale from Wide Street Brewing, a progressive brewery based in Ballymahon, County Longford. At 4.6% ABV, this beer is designed for maximum refreshment and drinkability without compromising on flavour. Showcasing a bright haze and expressive dry-hopping, it offers tropical fruit, citrus, and a delicate bitterness that make it a standout session IPA.
Brewed with a soft base of oats and wheat, and dry-hopped with Citra and CryoPop, City Lights bursts with notes of mango, tangerine, and peach. The smooth body and low bitterness make it incredibly easy to drink, whether you're enjoying it with food, at a barbecue, or during a chilled evening at home.
Pouring a hazy golden-orange with a frothy white head, it opens with aromas of ripe citrus and soft stone fruit. On the palate, it delivers juicy flavours of melon, grapefruit and orange, backed by a subtle pine edge. The mouthfeel is pillowy yet crisp, with moderate carbonation and a clean, balanced finish.
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Brewery Background
Wide Street Brewing was founded in 2019 by Seán Colohan and Carla Naltchayan in Ballymahon, County Longford. The brewery quickly carved out a name for itself in the Irish craft beer scene through its commitment to mixed fermentation, session-friendly ales, and its distinctive house yeast profile. They are one of Ireland’s few producers working extensively with Brettanomyces yeast, known for creating dry, fruity and complex beers.
Their approach blends traditional farmhouse techniques with modern brewing science. A notable detail is their collaboration with Bootleg Biology in Nashville, which provided a custom yeast culture that forms the backbone of many of their beers. While wild and mixed fermentation is central to the brewery’s identity, they also excel in clean, hop-forward styles like City Lights – which has become one of their most recognisable beers.
Wide Street Brewing has steadily grown its presence through festival appearances, including at The White Hag’s Hagstravaganza, and by distributing across Ireland via independent retailers. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, they use reusable kegs, recyclable cans and a low-waste production model. City Lights perfectly reflects their mission: expressive flavour, low alcohol, and a serious nod to quality and creativity.
Food Pairings
City Lights Hazy Session IPA pairs effortlessly with dishes that emphasise spice, citrus and freshness. The juicy hop profile works especially well with spicy Thai curries, grilled prawns, or tacos topped with mango salsa. The soft body and low bitterness help it complement heat without overwhelming the palate.
Seafood is an excellent match – try it with lemon and herb calamari, smoked salmon, or fish burgers with tartar sauce. The citrus notes in the beer lift the richness, while the carbonation cuts through oil and fat.
For vegetarian pairings, it suits dishes like roasted aubergine, chickpea curry, or halloumi with harissa. The beer’s gentle bitterness and fruity finish offer balance and refreshment alongside robust spices and earthy flavours.
Finish with something zesty, such as lime cheesecake or passionfruit sorbet, for a dessert that echoes the beer’s bright finish. Whether you’re planning a relaxed evening with mates or a flavour-packed dinner, City Lights is the kind of beer that enhances the occasion.
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