Saint Errant Watasha 4Pk

Saint Errant Watasha 4Pk is a double dry hopped New England IPA from Chicago's Saint Errant Brewing, sold as a four-pack at 6.6% ABV. It has earned an 88 on BeerAdvocate and a 4.1 out of 5 on Untappd, reflecting strong community approval for its lush tropical hop character driven by Mosaic and Vic Secret hops.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.6%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois, USA  |  Style: DDH New England IPA  |  Brewery: Saint Errant Brewing

Production & Heritage

Saint Errant Brewing operates out of Chicago, Illinois, contributing to the city's thriving craft beer scene with a focus on hop-forward and experimental styles. Watasha is double dry hopped with Mosaic and Vic Secret, a pairing that layers classic tropical citrus with the stone fruit and pine resin notes Vic Secret is known for among hop enthusiasts. The double dry hopping process introduces hops at two separate stages post-boil, maximizing aromatic intensity while keeping bitterness restrained — a hallmark of the New England IPA style.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Pineapple leads immediately on the nose, followed by waves of ripe mango and a softer passionfruit sweetness. The Vic Secret hops add a subtle pine-resin edge beneath the fruit.

Taste: The entry is creamy and soft on the palate, opening into bright pineapple and mango flavors that dominate the mid-palate. Passionfruit emerges as the sip develops, balanced by a gentle sweetness that keeps the tropical notes from becoming one-dimensional.

Finish: A dry, hoppy bite arrives on the back end, providing welcome structure against the juice-forward body. The finish is moderate in length, leaving lingering tropical fruit and a faint herbal bitterness.

How to Drink Watasha

Pour Watasha into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to concentrate its aromatic hop oils — the hazy, milky apricot-honey hue is part of the experience. Drink it fresh and cold; New England IPAs are at their peak flavor within weeks of canning. For a beer cocktail twist, try a Michelada riff using Watasha in place of a lager for added tropical complexity, a Hop Shandy blending it with fresh lemonade, or a Beermosa pairing it with passionfruit juice at brunch.

Best For

• Sharing with fellow craft beer enthusiasts exploring Chicago's brewing scene
• Summer cookouts where a juicy, aromatic IPA complements grilled fare
• Introducing hop-curious drinkers to the New England IPA style
• Adding variety to a curated craft beer tasting flight

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Watasha taste like? Watasha delivers a creamy, juice-forward profile dominated by pineapple, mango, and passionfruit, with a dry hoppy bite on the finish that balances the tropical sweetness.

How does Watasha compare to other DDH New England IPAs? Watasha distinguishes itself through the Mosaic and Vic Secret hop combination, which adds a stone fruit and pine dimension not always found in NEIPAs that rely more heavily on Citra or Galaxy alone. Its 6.6% ABV also keeps it sessionable compared to many double dry hopped offerings that climb above 7%.

Is Watasha good for beginners? Its low bitterness, creamy mouthfeel, and fruit-forward character make it an approachable entry point for drinkers new to IPAs, though seasoned hop fans will appreciate the layered dry hop complexity.

Where is Watasha made? Watasha is brewed by Saint Errant Brewing in Chicago, Illinois, part of the city's robust and rapidly growing craft beer community.

What foods pair well with Watasha? Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa echo its tropical notes; spicy Thai green curry contrasts its creamy body; a charcuterie board with aged cheddar and stone fruit complements its hop profile; fish and chips benefit from the dry hoppy finish cutting through the richness; and citrus-dressed salads mirror its bright aromatics.

What sizes does Watasha come in? Watasha is sold as a four-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format from Saint Errant Brewing for this release.

Is Watasha worth the price? Watasha positions in the craft IPA mid-range tier, and its BeerAdvocate score of 88 alongside a 4.1 Untappd rating suggest strong value for a well-executed double dry hopped New England IPA from a respected small-batch Chicago brewery.

Why Watasha?

The Mosaic and Vic Secret hop bill is the core differentiator here — Vic Secret remains a less commonly featured hop in American NEIPAs, giving Watasha a flavor dimension that sets it apart from the wave of Citra-Galaxy-dominated hazies. Community ratings back up the execution, with an 88 on BeerAdvocate across reviewed batches and consistent 4.1 marks on Untappd from over 2,100 ratings. The double dry hopping process delivers maximum aroma without harsh bitterness, resulting in a beer that drinks softer and more expressive than its ABV might suggest. For drinkers seeking a Chicago-brewed hazy IPA with genuine hop complexity, Watasha earns its place in the rotation.