Introduction

Three buddies making hobby beer in the off hours from work may not sound like the beginning of an epoch, but every great success story begins where you least expect it. Rob Burns, Mike O’Mara, and Michael Oxton were just keeping themselves occupied and making some tasty brew in a garage in Somerville, Massachusetts in 2007. It would take five more years for the dice to finally stop rolling, but when they did, the trio had moved their garage setup to a proper warehouse and launched Night Shift Brewing. Long evenings after working hard were complemented with more hard work and the result is a success of flagship hoppy beers, multiple limited releases and series. Proper brewery with proper fans. That’s what long nights can get done. The Santili is an award winning IPA with zesty grapefruit and piney hop profile. Serves well at 8°C and should be enjoyed right away.

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How it looks

Pours a golden colour with a clear body and light carbonation. A thick foamy head pours from the can but will recede over time.

How it smells

A big whiff of tropical fruit aroma, mostly muddled together but you can pick out some pineapple and mango, a sharp note of citrus zest, cotton candy, and biscuit malt.

How it tastes

Taste follows the nose which is expected. The fruit opens up a bit and becomes easier to pick out some of the individual flavours including the pineapple, mango, peach, and tangerine. The bready malt rides underneath, keeping the floor of the flavor up and even. The hops are a touch green and lively but stay quite muted during the taste. Smooth mouthfeel and it finishes up with some of the zest remaining.

Recommended food pairing

A perfect candidate for a well portioned charcuterie board. Aim for sharp cheeses and rich bread.