Session Seven

Brewed to showcase the Idaho 7 hop, Session Seven is a low-alcohol I.P.A. brewed by Side Launch Brewing Company out of Collingwood, Ontario. A 4.6% alcohol ale, S7 comes in 473mL cans. It’s a bright and clear golden beer that pours with a sudsy white head and a whole lot of lively carbonation.

S7 has a subtle, juicy aroma, with fruit notes both citrus and tropical. The flavour kicks off with papaya and a hint of melon, before transitioning into a slightly dry, modestly hoppy finish.

S7 is the kind of beer that I reach for when I’m craving a session friendly ale—it’s flavourful, decently hoppy, and fairly close to the five per cent threshold. All in all, a pretty decent little session I.P.A. out of ski resort country.

Rating: 8.0 out of 10.