Phase Three Hover & Flow 4Pk

Phase Three Hover & Flow 4Pk is a hazy Double IPA from Phase Three Brewing Company, sold as a 4-pack, brewed in collaboration with Riverlands Brewing. This joint release earned a 4.1 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 740 reviews, placing it firmly among the more celebrated releases from either brewery.

Quick Facts: Style: Hazy Double IPA  |  Origin: Lake Zurich, Illinois  |  Brewery: Phase Three Brewing Company  |  Collaboration: Riverlands Brewing  |  Format: 4-Pack

Production & Heritage

Phase Three Brewing Company operates out of Lake Zurich, Illinois, and has built a devoted following in the Midwest craft beer scene for its hop-forward and adjunct-heavy releases. Hover & Flow is a collaboration with Riverlands Brewing and distinguishes itself through the use of Helio Gazer ale yeast, a specialized strain that contributes to the beer's notably dry finish and distinctive fermentation character. The Double IPA style here leans into the New England hazy tradition — unfiltered, heavily hopped, and focused on soft mouthfeel and tropical hop expression.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Dank and floral hop character leads, followed by waves of tropical fruit. There is an underlying resinous quality that signals the beer's Double IPA strength.

Taste: The entry is soft and juicy, with tropical fruit flavors — mango, citrus, and stone fruit — dominating the mid-palate. The Helio Gazer yeast drives the beer toward a distinctly dry finish, separating it from sweeter hazy DIPAs. A moderate booziness surfaces as the beer warms, and carbonation runs slightly higher than typical for the style, lending additional crispness.

Finish: Dry and clean with lingering floral hop bitterness and a faint fruity echo. The finish is deceptively light for a Double IPA, encouraging another sip.

How to Drink Hover & Flow

Pour into a tulip glass or wide-mouthed pint glass at around 40–45°F to let the hop aromatics open up fully. This is a beer built to drink fresh; do not cellar it. For food pairings, the hop intensity and dry finish make it a strong companion to spicy dishes, rich fried foods, and bold cheeses.

Best For

• Sharing with craft beer enthusiasts who chase limited hazy DIPA releases
• Bringing to a bottle share or tasting event as a standout Midwest collab
• Pairing with a weekend cookout featuring grilled or smoked meats
• Gifting to a hop-forward beer lover exploring Illinois craft breweries

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hover & Flow taste like? Hover & Flow delivers juicy tropical fruit flavors with a dank, floral hop backbone and a notably dry finish driven by Helio Gazer ale yeast. It drinks softer and more refreshing than many Double IPAs despite a perceptible warmth from its higher alcohol content.

How does Hover & Flow compare to other Phase Three DIPAs? The key differentiator is the Helio Gazer yeast, which produces a drier, crisper finish than Phase Three's typical hazy releases, and the Riverlands collaboration brings a distinct brewing perspective to the hop profile.

Is Hover & Flow good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the soft, juicy body and dry finish make it highly drinkable as a standalone beer, though its Double IPA strength means pacing is wise.

Where is Hover & Flow made? Hover & Flow is brewed by Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, in collaboration with Riverlands Brewing, also based in the greater Chicagoland area.

What foods pair well with Hover & Flow? Spicy Thai or Mexican dishes work well, as the hop bitterness and dry finish cut through heat. Fried chicken and fish tacos complement the juicy fruit character. Aged cheddar or pepper jack cheese mirrors the beer's intensity, and a citrus-dressed ceviche echoes its tropical notes.

What sizes does Hover & Flow come in? Hover & Flow is available as a 4-pack, consistent with Phase Three's standard limited-release canned format.

Is Hover & Flow worth the price? Hover & Flow positions as a premium craft release, priced in line with other limited-run hazy Double IPAs from acclaimed small-batch Midwest breweries. Its 4.1 Untappd rating across hundreds of reviews suggests strong consensus among craft beer drinkers that the quality justifies the investment.

Why Hover & Flow?

The use of Helio Gazer ale yeast is the defining choice here — it pulls this Double IPA away from the overly sweet, milkshake-like territory that plagues many hazy DIPAs and delivers a cleaner, drier drinking experience without sacrificing hop intensity or juiciness. The Phase Three and Riverlands collaboration brings together two respected Illinois operations whose combined brewing approach yields a more nuanced beer than either might produce independently. With a 4.1 Untappd rating from over 740 reviews, Hover & Flow has proven itself as more than a one-off hype release — it resonates with drinkers who value both drinkability and complexity in the Double IPA category.