Phase Three DDH Adhara 4Pk

Phase Three DDH Adhara 4Pk is a double dry-hopped hazy Double IPA brewed with Galaxy and Citra hops at 8.3% ABV, sold as a four-pack of 16 oz cans. Rated 4.31 out of 5 on BeerAdvocate and carrying a 4.1 on Untappd across more than 2,500 ratings, this release from Phase Three Brewing has earned a strong following among hop-forward beer enthusiasts in a crowded hazy DIPA landscape.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8.3%  |  Origin: Lake Zurich, Illinois  |  Style: Hazy Double IPA  |  Brewery: Phase Three Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Phase Three Brewing Company operates out of Lake Zurich, Illinois, and has built a reputation for limited-release, hop-heavy ales that emphasize freshness and ingredient selection. DDH Adhara uses hand-selected Citra hops sourced from the Pacific Northwest and pairs them with Galaxy hops from Australia, then puts the beer through a double dry-hopping process to amplify aromatic intensity and tropical character. The base grain bill leans on wheat and oats, producing the soft, pillowy body that defines the New England–style approach to the imperial IPA category.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe passionfruit and peach lead the nose, followed by a wave of citrus blossom and dank tropical resin. Underneath, a faint wheaty sweetness and gentle floral hop character round out a complex, inviting bouquet.

Taste: The entry is immediately juicy, delivering bright orange pith and passionfruit pulp across the front palate. At mid-palate, grapefruit zest and stone fruit emerge alongside a moderate malt sweetness that keeps the 8.3% ABV remarkably well-hidden. A restrained but present bitterness arrives late, balancing the fruit-forward sweetness without turning sharp.

Finish: Medium-long and clean, with a dry close that keeps the beer from feeling heavy despite its oily, creamy texture. Lingering notes of tropical fruit and soft citrus rind encourage the next sip.

How to Drink DDH Adhara

Pour directly into a tulip glass or stemmed IPA glass at around 40–45°F to let the aromatics fully open up; this beer rewards a proper pour rather than drinking straight from the can. For cocktail-adjacent serves, try a Beer-mosa — combining a small splash of fresh-pressed orange juice to amplify the citrus character; a Hop Shandy — blending with house-made lemonade for a sessionable warm-weather drink; or a Michelada-style build — using lime juice, Tajín, and a dash of hot sauce to contrast the tropical sweetness with savory heat.

Best For

• Sharing at a backyard cookout with fellow hop enthusiasts
• Pairing alongside a craft beer tasting flight of hazy DIPAs
• Gifting to a friend who collects limited-release IPAs
• Celebrating a weekend with a standout pourable after a long week

Frequently Asked Questions

What does DDH Adhara taste like? DDH Adhara delivers an intensely juicy, tropical profile dominated by passionfruit, orange pith, and grapefruit zest, balanced by a soft malt backbone and a clean, dry finish.

How does DDH Adhara compare to Phase Three DDH Bokeh Orbs? Both are double dry-hopped DIPAs from Phase Three, but DDH Adhara's Galaxy and Citra hop bill leans more tropical and citrus-forward, while Bokeh Orbs uses a different hop combination that can shift the profile toward different fruit and resin notes. The two share the same oily, creamy body that Phase Three is known for, but Adhara tends to emphasize passionfruit and orange more distinctly.

Is DDH Adhara good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the juicy fruit character, soft body, and moderate bitterness make it an excellent standalone pour, especially when served in a proper glass at cellar temperature to highlight its aromatic complexity.

Where is DDH Adhara made? DDH Adhara is brewed by Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, a suburb northwest of Chicago in the greater Chicagoland area.

What foods pair well with DDH Adhara? Grilled fish tacos with mango salsa complement the tropical hop character; spicy Thai green curry matches the fruity sweetness with welcome contrast; a charcuterie board with aged cheddar and dried apricot echoes the stone-fruit notes; and buffalo chicken wings let the beer's dry finish cut through richness.

What sizes does DDH Adhara come in? DDH Adhara is available as a four-pack of 16 oz cans, which is the standard format for Phase Three's hazy DIPA releases.

Is DDH Adhara worth the price? DDH Adhara positions as a premium craft DIPA — higher than entry-level supermarket IPAs but consistent with the pricing of well-regarded limited-release hazy doubles from top-tier independent breweries, and its ratings across multiple platforms suggest it delivers on the investment.

Why DDH Adhara?

What separates DDH Adhara from the hundreds of hazy DIPAs released every month is the deliberate hop selection — hand-picked Citra from the Pacific Northwest paired with Australian Galaxy through a double dry-hopping regimen designed to maximize aromatic saturation without adding harshness. A 4.31 on BeerAdvocate and a 4.1 on Untappd across thousands of ratings confirm that this release resonates beyond hype. The oat-and-wheat-driven body provides a canvas soft enough to let the hop oils shine, while the 8.3% ABV stays hidden behind the fruit-forward intensity. For drinkers who track Phase Three's rotating lineup, Adhara stands as one of the brewery's more consistently praised expressions.