Leia shows what happens when Newbarns turn their attention to IPA. Named after a familiar face in the taproom, this beer takes the brewery's trademark focus on balance and applies it to a more modern, fruit-driven style. Hallertau Blanc and Nelson Sauvin hops bring layers of white grape, gooseberry, peach, and tropical fruit, but everything is delivered with a light touch. Where many modern IPAs chase intensity, Leia feels more considered. The fruit character is bright and expressive, yet the finish stays clean and refreshing, inviting another sip rather than overwhelming the palate. There's plenty of flavour here, but it's built around drinkability first and foremost. That approach is what makes the beer feel unmistakably Newbarns. Even when brewing an IPA, the focus remains on balance, restraint, and producing something you'll happily finish by the pint rather than analyse for an hour. Fresh, vibrant, and effortlessly drinkable, this is an IPA from a brewery that understands that sometimes less really is more.
