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Fields of Lightning

Smog City BrewingIPA (Hazy)
ABV: 6.1%IBU: 30
93
Overall
Aroma
12
Flavor
19
Mouthfeel
5
Appearance
3
Torrance, CA

What Our Editors Thought

“Curious hop nose with musty German citrus but an almost toasted-marshmallow vanilla tone. Lower pitched in the sip with a bit of tropical fruit, but the tasted vanilla sweetness and touch of charred bitterness prolong the metaphor.”

What Our Panel Thought

“Aroma of pineapple upside-down cake. Dank and herbal hop flavors with medium-light bitterness. Medium-­bodied with medium carbonation and light creaminess. Finishes semisweet, but with a chalky dry tongue. Enjoyable and drinks easy.”

What the Brewers Say

“Lychee, cherry, watermelon candy, and mixed berries.”

Fields of Joy (Summer 2026)
Review printed in: Fields of Joy (Summer 2026)
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Date Reviewed: March 17, 2026