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Scoring 92\/100 from Craft Beer \u0026amp; Brewing and a 91 on BeerAdvocate, Dreamyard has earned its reputation as one of the upper Midwest's standout hazy IPAs, built on an unconventional grain bill of 100% oats and wheat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 7.1%  |  Origin: Minneapolis, Minnesota  |  Style: New England IPA  |  Brewery: Modist Brewing Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModist Brewing Co. operates out of Minneapolis and was the first brewery in the Midwest to install a mash filter — a piece of equipment more common in large-scale European lager production than in American craft brewing. The mash filter allows Modist to work with grain bills that would gum up a conventional lauter tun, which is exactly why Dreamyard can be brewed entirely from oats and wheat with no barley whatsoever. The beer is hopped with Citra and Sultana varieties, contributing its signature tropical and citrus character, and left unfiltered for maximum haze and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe stonefruit — peach and apricot — leads the nose, followed by waves of pineapple and mango. A backdrop of fresh citrus zest ties the aromatics together without any sharp resinous bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is immediately juicy and full, with tropical mango and pineapple flavors taking center stage. Mid-palate, the all-oat-and-wheat base delivers a pillowy, almost creamy mouthfeel that cushions the citrus notes. Bitterness is restrained and supportive rather than assertive, keeping the focus squarely on fruit-forward hop expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length with a soft, slightly dry fade and lingering citrus pith. The thick body tapers smoothly, leaving a clean tropical impression without cloying sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Dreamyard\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePour cold into a tulip glass or wide-mouth pint to let the aromatics open up; this beer rewards a deliberate pour that builds a small head. Straight from the can on a warm day works equally well. For cocktail-adjacent serves, try a \u003cstrong\u003eHazy Michelada\u003c\/strong\u003e using Dreamyard's tropical profile to complement lime and hot sauce; a \u003cstrong\u003eBeer-mosa\u003c\/strong\u003e where its mango and peach notes blend naturally with fresh orange juice at brunch; or a \u003cstrong\u003eHop Shandy\u003c\/strong\u003e mixed with house-made lemonade, where the soft bitterness balances tart citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing a friend to the New England IPA style without overwhelming bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer cookouts and backyard grilling sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a craft beer variety pack as a gift for a hop-forward beer fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with takeout tacos or Thai food on a weeknight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Dreamyard taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dreamyard delivers an explosion of tropical fruit — primarily mango, pineapple, and peach — wrapped in a thick, pillowy mouthfeel from its all-oat-and-wheat grain bill. Bitterness stays low and approachable, making the overall impression juicy and citrus-forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Dreamyard compare to Other Half's hazy IPAs?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both Dreamyard and Other Half's hazy offerings target the same soft, juice-bomb profile, and at least one BeerAdvocate reviewer stated Dreamyard \"could easily be packaged in a can from Other Half\" without anyone noticing the difference. The key distinction is Dreamyard's barley-free grain bill and mash-filter production, which give it a uniquely silky texture even among top-tier New England IPAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dreamyard good for someone new to hazy IPAs?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its restrained bitterness, full body, and fruit-forward flavor make it one of the more approachable entries in the style, while still delivering enough complexity to satisfy experienced hop enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Dreamyard made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dreamyard is brewed at Modist Brewing Co. in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Modist was the first Midwest brewery to use a mash filter, a key piece of technology that makes Dreamyard's unconventional grain bill possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Dreamyard?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish tacos, where the beer's citrus hops echo a lime squeeze; spicy Thai green curry, which the soft mouthfeel tempers; grilled shrimp, complemented by Dreamyard's tropical aromatics; sharp cheddar, whose saltiness contrasts the beer's juicy sweetness; and fresh ceviche, where the bright acidity mirrors the hop-driven citrus notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Dreamyard come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dreamyard is commonly available as a 4-pack of cans, the standard retail format for this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dreamyard worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dreamyard positions as a premium craft IPA, and its critical scores — 92\/100 from Craft Beer \u0026amp; Brewing and 91 on BeerAdvocate — suggest strong value relative to other nationally recognized hazy IPAs in the same price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Dreamyard?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining detail behind Dreamyard is Modist's mash filter, a piece of equipment that fewer than a handful of American craft breweries operate. That technology is what enables a grain bill of 100% oats and wheat — a combination that simply won't work in a traditional lauter tun — and produces the distinctively plush, creamy texture that sets Dreamyard apart from the crowded field of New England IPAs. A 92\/100 from Craft Beer \u0026amp; Brewing and a Minneapolis City Pages Best of Beer win in 2018 back up what over 26,000 Untappd check-ins already suggest: this is a benchmark hazy IPA from the upper Midwest that competes comfortably at a national level.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modist Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838230950057,"sku":"36446","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/ModistDreamyard4Pk.webp?v=1740706994"},{"product_id":"modist-midwest-mindset-4pk","title":"Modist Midwest Mindset 4Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModist Midwest Mindset 4Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a double dry hopped New England IPA from Minneapolis at 6.2% ABV, sold in a 4-pack of 16oz cans. A collaboration between Modist Brewing and MoRE Brewing, this hazy IPA earned a 4.17 out of 5 on BeerAdvocate — a strong showing from a brewery named one of the 50 best in the United States by the same publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.2%  |  Origin: Minneapolis, Minnesota  |  Style: DDH New England IPA  |  Brewery: Modist Brewing x MoRE Brewing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModist Brewing operates out of Minneapolis and was recognized as Best New Brewery in Minnesota by Growler Magazine. The brewery distinguishes itself through the region's first mash filter, a piece of equipment that allows unconventional grain bills in any percentage while using a fraction of the water and energy of a traditional brewhouse. Midwest Mindset is built on a base of malted wheat, oats, and flaked oats, then hopped and double dry hopped with a seven-variety hop blend: Mosaic, Citra, Idaho 7, and their cryo counterparts — Mosaic Cryo, Citra Cryo, Idaho 7 Cryo, and Ekuanot Cryo. The cryo hop additions concentrate lupulin oils for amplified aroma without adding harsh vegetal bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange and mango hit first, followed by ripe pineapple and pink grapefruit. The nose is assertively tropical with a soft floral undercurrent from the cryo hop blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is juicy orange citrus that quickly broadens into grapefruit and citrus flower at mid-palate. Faint pineapple sweetness emerges underneath, balanced by gentle garden herbs and a restrained citrus rind bitterness that keeps the beer from veering into cloying territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with a lighter-bodied, pillowy mouthfeel characteristic of well-executed NEIPAs. Lingering herbal hop character and a soft citrus pith dryness close things out cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Midwest Mindset\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePour it into a tulip glass or wide-mouth pint to release the full aromatic payload — this beer was built for its nose. Drink it fresh and cold, ideally within a few weeks of purchase, as hop-forward hazy IPAs lose vibrancy over time. While primarily a drinking beer rather than a cocktail ingredient, Midwest Mindset works well alongside food: try it with fish tacos where the citrus character mirrors a squeeze of lime, spicy Thai takeout where the soft body tempers heat, or a backyard burger where the hop bitterness cuts through richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharing with friends at a summer cookout or backyard gathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to the DDH New England IPA style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a craft beer enthusiast exploring Minnesota breweries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with bold, spicy, or grilled foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Midwest Mindset taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwest Mindset delivers pronounced orange, grapefruit, and pineapple flavors with a soft herbal undertone and pillowy, lighter-bodied mouthfeel typical of well-made hazy IPAs. Bitterness stays restrained, letting the tropical fruit character lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Midwest Mindset compare to Fair State Hack the Gibson?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are Minnesota-brewed hazy IPAs, but Midwest Mindset leans harder into tropical citrus thanks to its seven-variety hop bill featuring multiple cryo hops, while Fair State's offerings tend toward a slightly more balanced hop-to-malt profile. Midwest Mindset's use of Modist's mash filter also allows a distinctive grain bill that contributes to its particular body and mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Midwest Mindset good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — at 6.2% ABV with low perceived bitterness and an approachable, juice-forward flavor profile, Midwest Mindset is one of the friendlier entry points into the DDH NEIPA style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Midwest Mindset made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwest Mindset is brewed at Modist Brewing in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in collaboration with MoRE Brewing. Modist operates using the region's first mash filter, which enables their unconventional approach to grain bills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Midwest Mindset?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish tacos, where the citrus hop character complements fresh lime and cilantro. Spicy Thai or Indian curries, where the soft body and low bitterness cool the palate. Grilled chicken or pork, where tropical fruit notes mirror common glazes and marinades. Sharp cheddar or aged gouda, where the hop oils contrast the cheese's density. Fresh ceviche, where the beer's acidity and citrus mirror the dish's brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Midwest Mindset come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwest Mindset is available in a 4-pack of 16oz cans, the standard format for most craft NEIPA releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Midwest Mindset worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midwest Mindset positions in the mid-range tier for craft DDH NEIPAs, which is reasonable given the seven-variety hop bill that includes four cryo hop additions and the collaboration pedigree between two respected Midwest breweries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Midwest Mindset?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seven-hop recipe — particularly the use of four cryo varieties alongside their standard counterparts — creates a layered tropical profile that many single or double-hop NEIPAs cannot match. Modist's mash filter gives the brewery unusual freedom with its wheat-and-oat-heavy grain bill, resulting in a body and texture that feel distinct from other hazy IPAs in the market. With a 4.17 on BeerAdvocate and the backing of a brewery ranked among America's 50 best, Midwest Mindset stands as a credible representation of what the Minneapolis craft scene produces at its best. It drinks easy at 6.2% ABV without sacrificing hop intensity — a balance that rewards both casual drinkers and hop-focused enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modist Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838231048361,"sku":"36445","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/ModistMidwestMindset4Pk.webp?v=1740706821"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/modist-brewing.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}