Savion Sameat #2 (Riwaka & Citra)
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Tasting Notes
This is a hazy IPA built around Riwaka and Citra hops, a pairing that typically pushes hard toward tropical and citrus territory — Riwaka brings passionfruit and lime zest while Citra layers on grapefruit, mango, and a faint catty brightness. Expect a soft, pillowy body typical of the style, with low bitterness and a juicy, fruit-forward finish that lingers without much dryness. At 5%, it sits on the lighter end of the style, which tends to keep the mouthfeel lighter and lets the hop aromatics stay front and center. I don't have specific tasting notes for this release, so this reflects the style and hop bill.
About the Brewery
I don't have reliable information about ETKO Brewing in my knowledge base, so I can't confirm their location, founding, or what they're known for beyond this beer.
Food Pairings
Spicy Thai dishes work well here because the juicy hop fruitiness softens heat without competing with it. Grilled fish tacos pair naturally given the lime and citrus character in both the beer and the dish. Fresh goat cheese or a mild brie plays off the beer's soft body and tropical notes without overwhelming them. Mango or pineapple-based salsas echo the hop profile in a way that makes both taste brighter.
Style Guide
Hazy IPA — sometimes called New England IPA — is defined by its intentionally cloudy appearance, low bitterness, and heavy emphasis on hop aroma and flavor over hop sharpness. It emerged from Vermont breweries in the early 2010s, most notably The Alchemist, and spread quickly as drinkers gravitated toward its fruit-forward, approachable character. Unlike West Coast IPAs, which lean dry and resinous with assertive bitterness, hazy IPAs use heavy dry-hopping and specific yeast and water chemistry to produce a soft, juice-like quality. ABV typically runs from 5% to 8%, though session-strength versions like this one sit at the lower end.