New England IPA is defined by soft mouthfeel, restrained bitterness, and an emphasis on hop aroma over sharp bite. Built on a pale malt base often supported by oats or wheat, the style prioritises haze, juiciness, and saturated hop expression driven by late and dry hopping. Flavours lean toward citrus and tropical fruit, with fermentation kept clean to let hops dominate. The result is an IPA that trades crispness and bitterness for softness, texture, and immediacy.