Nerd Choice

Nerd Choice — Session IPA — Ritual Lab

Nerd Choice is the Session IPA crafted by Ritual Lab, a Roman brewery among the most respected in the Italian craft scene. With only 3.9% ABV and a trio of excellent hops — Citra, Equinox, and Amarillo — it is the smart choice for those who want to drink well without overindulging. Light in alcohol content, intense in aromas: bright straw-yellow color from pure Pils malts, creamy and compact white foam. The IPA for true connoisseurs.

The three featured hops

• Citra — lime, grapefruit, passion fruit: the quintessential citrus hop of the American scene
• Equinox — papaya, lime, aromatic herbs: exotic and complex, adds depth to the profile
• Amarillo — orange, peach, flowers: the floral hop that rounds out and balances

Technical sheet

• Style: Session IPA
• Alcohol content: 3.9% ABV
• Hops: Citra, Equinox, Amarillo
• Malts: Pure Pils
• Color: Bright straw-yellow
• Serving temperature: 6–8°C
• Recommended glass: Pint or tumbler
• Producer: Ritual Lab — Rome, Lazio

Sensory profile

On the nose, it is explosive for its alcohol content: citrus, tropical fruit, and floral notes emerge with intensity thanks to the concentrated essential oils of Citra, Equinox, and Amarillo. On the palate, it is light and refreshing, with a delicate yet present and persistent bitterness that never tires. The finish is citrusy and clean. A Session IPA that proves that alcohol content is not everything.

Why choose Nerd Choice

• 3.9% with the personality of a 6% IPA — Citra, Equinox, and Amarillo are among the hops richest in essential oils: low alcohol, maximum aroma
• Ritual Lab — one of the most awarded Roman breweries, with high-level hopping techniques
• The smart choice — for long aperitifs, sessions with friends, or simply for those who want to drink well without feeling heavy
• Pure Pils malts — neutral and clean base that leaves all the space for the hops: no interference, just aroma

Recommended pairings

Summer salads, light fish, aperitifs with snacks, white pizza, fresh cheeses. Its lightness and fruitiness make it perfect for any time of the day.

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