Phase Three DDH Far From the Tree 4Pk

Phase Three DDH Far From the Tree 4Pk is a double dry-hopped Double IPA from Phase Three Brewing at 7.7% ABV, sold in a four-pack of 16 oz cans. Hopped exclusively with Citra and Simcoe, this release carries a 4.34 rating on BeerAdvocate — placing it among the brewery's most celebrated IPA offerings.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.7%  |  Origin: Lake Zurich, Illinois  |  Style: Double Dry-Hopped Double IPA  |  Brewery: Phase Three Brewing

Production & Heritage

Phase Three Brewing operates out of a 21,000-square-foot facility in Lake Zurich, Illinois, equipped with a 3-vessel 15-barrel steam-powered brewhouse, reverse osmosis water processing, and a GEA centrifuge. DDH Far From the Tree is double dry-hopped with hand-selected Citra and Simcoe — two hop varieties prized for their complementary citrus-forward and piney-resinous character. The centrifuge and reverse osmosis system allow the brewing team to dial in a remarkably clean, haze-stable body while preserving volatile hop aromatics that many traditional filtration methods strip away.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an immediate wave of ripe citrus — orange peel, pink grapefruit, and tangerine dominate. Underneath, a secondary layer of tropical pineapple and mango rounds out the bouquet with juicy sweetness.

Taste: The entry is thick and creamy, with a pillowy oat-forward malt backbone that carries bright orange and tangerine into the mid-palate. Ripe pineapple and passion fruit emerge at the peak, balanced by a subtle malty sweetness that keeps the hop intensity from becoming astringent. A touch of red apple adds unexpected depth.

Finish: The finish is medium-long, shifting from tropical fruit into a piney, resinous bitterness courtesy of the Simcoe. It closes clean, with lingering grapefruit zest and a soft, almost creamy texture that invites the next sip.

How to Drink DDH Far From the Tree

Serve cold — 38 to 42°F — in a tulip glass or Teku to concentrate the aromatic hop oils. This beer is engineered to drink fresh; consume as close to the canning date as possible for peak flavor. While DDH Far From the Tree is built for drinking on its own, it also works in a Hop Shandy (equal parts beer and fresh lemonade for a citrus-on-citrus summer drink), a Michelada (the creamy body pairs well against lime and hot sauce), or a Beer-a-Rita (blended with frozen mango and a salted rim to amplify the tropical notes).

Best For

• Gifting a craft beer enthusiast who collects limited Illinois releases
• Backyard cookouts and warm-weather gatherings where hop-forward IPAs shine
• Introducing someone to the hazy, double dry-hopped DIPA style
• Adding to a curated IPA tasting flight alongside other Citra and Simcoe-hopped beers

Frequently Asked Questions

What does DDH Far From the Tree taste like? It delivers a bold citrus-and-tropical profile — ripe orange, tangerine, pineapple, and passion fruit — supported by a thick, creamy mouthfeel and a piney, resinous finish from Simcoe hops.

How does DDH Far From the Tree compare to other hazy DIPAs? At 7.7% ABV, it sits at a very approachable strength for the Double IPA category, and its exclusive use of Citra and Simcoe gives it a more focused citrus-pine profile compared to multi-hop DIPAs that lean heavily tropical or dank; its BeerAdvocate score of 4.34 places it in strong company within the style.

Is DDH Far From the Tree good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the creamy body, bright hop aromatics, and balanced bitterness make it an ideal standalone pour, especially when served fresh and at proper cold temperature in a tulip glass.

Where is DDH Far From the Tree made? It is brewed at Phase Three Brewing in Lake Zurich, Illinois, a suburb northwest of Chicago, in the brewery's 21,000-square-foot production facility featuring reverse osmosis water processing and a GEA centrifuge.

What foods pair well with DDH Far From the Tree? Spicy fish tacos (the creamy body tempers heat), grilled citrus-marinated chicken (mirrors the orange and grapefruit notes), sharp cheddar (fat and hop bitterness balance each other), mango salsa with tortilla chips (echoes the tropical fruit character), and wood-fired pizza with fresh basil (the piney Simcoe finish complements herbal toppings).

What sizes does DDH Far From the Tree come in? It is available in a four-pack of 16 oz cans, which is the standard format for Phase Three's IPA releases.

Is DDH Far From the Tree worth the price? It positions as a premium craft DIPA from a highly regarded small-batch Illinois brewery, and its consistently strong community ratings — 4.34 on BeerAdvocate and 4.28 on Untappd — suggest it delivers outsized quality for the double dry-hopped category.

Why DDH Far From the Tree?

Phase Three has built its reputation on an obsessive approach to hop-forward brewing, and DDH Far From the Tree exemplifies that focus. The double dry-hop process with Citra and Simcoe — run through a facility equipped with reverse osmosis water treatment and a GEA centrifuge — produces a beer that is both aromatically explosive and texturally refined. With a BeerAdvocate rating of 4.34 and an Untappd score of 4.28 across more than 1,200 ratings, this release has earned consistent praise from the craft beer community. For drinkers who want a clean, citrus-driven DIPA from one of Illinois' most sought-after small breweries, this four-pack delivers on every front.