Phase Three Lost in the Moment 4Pk

Phase Three Lost in the Moment 4Pk is a New England-style hazy IPA brewed at 6.6% ABV and sold as a four-pack of 16 oz cans. Built on a triple-hop combination of Citra, Cryo Mosaic, and Amarillo, this small-batch release from Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, has earned an 89 rating on BeerAdvocate and a 3.9 on Untappd across more than 4,200 user reviews.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.6%  |  Origin: Lake Zurich, Illinois  |  Style: New England-Style IPA  |  Brewery: Phase Three Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Phase Three Brewing Company has built its reputation around small-batch, heavily dry-hopped IPAs with a focus on soft, pillowy mouthfeel. Lost in the Moment uses an oat-laden grain bill that delivers a creamy, almost smoothie-like body, providing a lush canvas for the dry-hop charge of Citra, Cryo Mosaic, and Amarillo. The Cryo Mosaic component — a lupulin-concentrated hop product — amplifies tropical and stone fruit intensity while keeping astringent vegetal character to a minimum, a hallmark of the brewery's technical approach.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe mango pulp and fresh pineapple hit first, followed by a secondary wave of tangerine peel and citrus zest. A gentle floral hop backdrop rounds out the nose without any harsh grassiness.

Taste: The entry is juicy and round, with an immediate burst of stone fruit and orange citrus that coats the palate. Mid-palate, the oat-driven body adds weight and a soft, grain-sweetness that balances the hop bitterness. At its peak, grapefruit and tropical notes merge into a fruit-punch-like intensity that stays vibrant without turning cloying.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, slightly dry fade that invites the next sip. Lingering grapefruit pith and a whisper of floral hop character trail off gently.

How to Drink Lost in the Moment

Pour it cold — around 40–45°F — into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to concentrate the aromatics; drinking straight from the can mutes the tropical nose considerably. Lost in the Moment is best enjoyed fresh; unlike barrel-aged stouts, hazy IPAs lose hop vibrancy quickly, so drink within a few weeks of purchase. For cocktail-curious drinkers: try a Hop Shandy by splitting the pour with fresh lemonade for a crushable summer drink; a Beermosa using mango or pineapple juice to echo the hop profile; or a Michelada riff where the tropical fruit character plays against lime and hot sauce in an unexpected way.

Best For

• Sharing at a backyard cookout where hop-forward, easy-drinking beer is the main event
• Trading or gifting among craft beer collectors who follow limited Phase Three releases
• Pairing with a taco night spread — the citrus-forward profile cuts through rich, spicy fillings
• Introducing a friend to the hazy IPA style with a well-executed, approachable example

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lost in the Moment taste like? It tastes like ripe tropical fruit juice — mango, pineapple, and citrus dominate — layered over a soft, creamy body with a clean, gently bitter finish.

How does Lost in the Moment compare to Other Half Green City? Both are well-regarded hazy IPAs, but Lost in the Moment leans into a softer, creamier mouthfeel with a more fruit-juice-like quality, while Green City typically shows a slightly more resinous, dank hop character. The oat-heavy grain bill in Lost in the Moment also gives it a noticeably fuller body.

Is Lost in the Moment good for beginners? Yes — at 6.6% ABV it is sessionable for a hazy IPA, and its juicy, low-bitterness profile makes it one of the more approachable entries in the style for someone new to craft beer.

Where is Lost in the Moment made? It is brewed by Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, a suburb northwest of Chicago known as a growing hub for craft brewing.

What foods pair well with Lost in the Moment? Fish tacos with mango salsa amplify the beer's tropical notes; a sharp cheddar or Gruyère provides a savory counterpoint to the fruit-forward hops; Thai green curry mirrors the citrus character while the creamy body tempers the heat; grilled shrimp with a citrus glaze creates a natural bridge; and a simple margherita pizza lets the hop aromatics take center stage.

What sizes does Lost in the Moment come in? Lost in the Moment is sold as a four-pack of 16 oz cans, the standard format for Phase Three's hazy IPA releases.

Is Lost in the Moment worth the price? It positions as a premium small-batch hazy IPA, priced above mainstream craft but in line with other sought-after New England-style releases from breweries of similar stature — its limited availability and consistent quality justify the category pricing for hop enthusiasts.

Why Lost in the Moment?

Phase Three has earned a dedicated following by treating every IPA release as a distinct hop showcase rather than a rotating label on the same base beer. Lost in the Moment's specific combination of Citra, Cryo Mosaic, and Amarillo layered onto that signature oat-heavy grain bill produces a textural richness that many competing hazy IPAs lack. An 89 on BeerAdvocate and nearly 4,300 Untappd check-ins confirm broad appeal beyond a local fanbase. For drinkers who want a hazy IPA that delivers genuine fruit intensity without hiding behind lactose or adjuncts, this is a straightforward, well-constructed example of the style at its best.