Adventurous Easy Peel 4Pk

Adventurous Easy Peel 4Pk is a triple dry hopped hazy IPA from Bettendorf, Iowa, sold in a 4-pack of cans at approximately 7.3% ABV. Brewed by Adventurous Brewing — the highest-rated brewery in Iowa on Untappd at 4.27 — Easy Peel has earned a strong 4.2 out of 5 rating on the platform and stands out for its rotating hop schedules that spotlight single varieties in massive quantities.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~7.3% (varies by variant)  |  Origin: Bettendorf, Iowa, USA  |  Style: Hazy / New England-Style IPA  |  Brewery: Adventurous Brewing

Production & Heritage

Adventurous Brewing operates out of Bettendorf in Iowa's Quad Cities region. Easy Peel is their flagship rotating hazy IPA series, defined by a triple dry hopping process that uses enormous amounts of a single hop variety — Mosaic and Mosaic Cryo, Citra, or Strata depending on the batch. This approach saturates each release with one hop's full aromatic range rather than blending multiple varieties, giving each version a distinct personality while maintaining the series' signature soft, pillowy mouthfeel. Some variants labeled "Triple Dry Hopped" push the ABV up to 8.3%, adding body and intensity to the hop-forward profile.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Expect a rush of dank, resinous hop character on the nose, quickly followed by ripe citrus and tropical fruit tones. The specific aromatic lean depends on the hop variant — Mosaic releases tend toward blueberry and earthy pine, while Citra batches lean heavily citrus-forward.

Taste: The entry is soft and juicy, with citrus and stone fruit flavors landing immediately on the palate. Mid-palate, the triple dry hopping delivers a saturated hop intensity that remains smooth and avoids harsh bitterness. The mouthfeel is characteristically hazy — full-bodied, creamy, and deceptively drinkable given the ABV.

Finish: The finish is moderate in length with lingering dank, pithy citrus notes. Bitterness stays restrained, fading into a clean, lightly resinous close that invites the next sip.

How to Drink Easy Peel

Pour Easy Peel into a tulip glass or stemless IPA glass at around 40–45°F to let the aromatic oils open up fully; this beer is built for drinking fresh and unadorned. While hazy IPAs are primarily enjoyed on their own, Easy Peel's bold citrus and tropical character can work in beer-forward mixed drinks: a Citrus Beermosa using fresh-squeezed orange juice leans into the juicy hop profile; a Hop Shandy with house-made lemonade keeps things refreshing in warm weather; and a Beer Margarita (blending a few ounces with a classic margarita) adds dank, hoppy complexity to the tequila-lime base.

Best For

• Sharing with fellow hop enthusiasts at a backyard cookout
• Exploring different hop varieties side by side when multiple Easy Peel batches are available
• Gifting to a craft beer fan who appreciates small-batch Midwest brewing
• Pairing with bold, spicy, or fried foods that match the beer's intensity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Easy Peel taste like? Easy Peel delivers a juicy, citrus-forward haze bomb with dank hop resin and a remarkably smooth, creamy mouthfeel. The specific fruit and pine notes shift depending on which hop variety — Mosaic, Citra, or Strata — is featured in the particular batch.

How does Easy Peel compare to Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing? Hazy Little Thing is a nationally distributed hazy IPA at 6.7% ABV using a blend of hop varieties, while Easy Peel is a small-batch Iowa release that triple dry hops with a single hop variety at a higher ABV of 7.3–8.3%. Easy Peel tends to deliver a more concentrated, hop-saturated profile due to its production approach and limited-run batches.

Is Easy Peel good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the triple dry hopping delivers intense aroma and flavor complexity that rewards slow, focused drinking. Despite its strength, the soft mouthfeel and restrained bitterness make it approachable even at the higher ABV variants.

Where is Easy Peel made? Easy Peel is brewed by Adventurous Brewing in Bettendorf, Iowa, located in the Quad Cities region along the Mississippi River. Distribution is primarily regional, which contributes to the brand's small-batch reputation.

What foods pair well with Easy Peel? Spicy buffalo wings match the beer's juicy citrus character and let the hops act as a palate cleanser. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo the tropical fruit notes. A sharp aged cheddar creates a satisfying contrast to the creamy mouthfeel. Grilled burgers with pepper jack cheese stand up to the hop intensity, and Thai green curry works well because the beer's sweetness tempers the heat.

What sizes does Easy Peel come in? Easy Peel is commonly available in a 4-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format from Adventurous Brewing for this series.

Is Easy Peel worth the price? Easy Peel positions as a premium small-batch craft IPA, and its triple dry hopping process uses significantly more hops per batch than most standard hazy IPAs. For drinkers who value hop-forward intensity and rotating single-hop exploration from an independent Midwest brewery, it represents strong value in the craft 4-pack tier.

Why Easy Peel?

What separates Easy Peel from the crowded hazy IPA field is commitment to a single idea executed aggressively: one hop variety, triple dry hopped in enormous quantities. That focus gives each rotating batch a clarity of flavor identity that blended-hop hazies rarely achieve. Adventurous Brewing's 4.27 Untappd brewery rating — the highest in Iowa — reflects consistent execution across these releases. For hop enthusiasts who want to taste what Mosaic, Citra, or Strata can do when given the full spotlight, Easy Peel is one of the Midwest's most compelling arguments.