Hazy IPA'S
This style adds hops post fermentation for less bittering creating more flavor & aroma
Burlington (VT) 12th Anniversary Hazy IPA 6%
1 hop (Nectaron)
Citrus aroma. Light to medium bittering begins the offering. In a soft body lies flavors of rich orange, citrus & pineapple enveloped in a semi dry base. All aspects blend further into the craft with flavors always out front. Bittering is a needed layer that helps complete the offering & is key to the process while never intruding on intent. 6% ABV makes this a possible 2 session evening
DIPA & Hazy camps primarily but worth a try by all.
Grimm (NY) New Toy Hazy IPA 6.5%
3 hops (Nelson, strata & El Dorado)
3 sip rule ...
Light woody, fruit aroma. Initially bitter dominates the 1st sip. Sip 2 begins with a spiced Strata aspect & a white wine grape flavor. El Dorado will subtly add a mix of tropical notes going forward as well as light consistent bittering in a soft body a minimal carbonation. A complete blend of all aspects is achieved by sip 3 & remains intact.
The light tart nature of the craft makes it a candidate for a hazy summer evening
Rusty Rail (PA) Fog Monster orange Creamsicle Hazy 6.8%
5 hops (Azacca, El Dorado, Citra, Mosaic & Amarillo)
Intriguing aroma with vanilla notes. Flavors jump out from the start with a light tart & bitter follow up. Notes of vanilla soften each sip. Soft body & light carbonation allow for blending with flavor beginning each sip & bittering ending. The orange creamsicle aspect never overwhelms the blend of hops creating a light hazy vibrant craft that retains the IPA structure with a twist.
Dewy (DE) Single & Swishy Hazy IPA 8%
4 hops (Citra, Galaxy, Mosaic & Motueka)
3 sip rule
Multiple fruit notes float through the aroma. Lightly tart initially. Flavors of orange, subtle pineapple & citrus dominate this light bodied craft. Motueka hold the base with its woody bittering contributions blending nicely remaining "well behaved" while pairing with Mosaic. The tart nature of the offering remains intact throughout but allows all aspects to contribute to the outcome which is well done.
Hazy, DIPA & IPA camps.
Burlington (VT) Uncanny Valley Hazy IPA 7%
2 hops (Citra, Mosaic)
Earthy aroma & light fruit notes. The malt bill creates a soft body. Light carbonation allows flavors of orange & subtle tropical notes to float in an earthy resinous layer seemingly dominant but settles for a sip end identity allowing the hops to contribute flavor & shine throughout the offering.
These hops have been making a pairing that creates stable & well received crafts & this one can be added to the list of DIPA, IPA & Hazy camps
Big Oyster (DE) The Pillars of Dankness Hazy IPA 7%
5 hops (Citra, Mosaic, Nelson, Krush & Dolcita)
Light neutral fruit aroma to start. A white wine nelson beginning in taste & aroma now presence. Mosaic creates a woody layer for multiple flavors to now come forward & in no particular order form a tapestry of citrus & exotic tropical notes in a soft light body that tickle the senses. Dolcita, a newcomer to us, adds tropical flavors galore. A soft creamy flavor note ends each sip
TDHing was the key to a hazy that is well done
Lindgren (PA) Farm Noises Hazy IPA 8.1%
3 hops (Mosaic, Simcoe & Idaho 7) Mixed aroma of fruit & pine notes. Initial bittering falls back into flavors of multiple citrus & tropical with a pineapple base in a soft body & medium carbonation. Bittering remains consistent start to finish but always allows flavor aspects to rise especially when the sip is held.
Colder creates a WC feel in aspect while warmer enhanced the hazy nature in flavor.
Either direction most camps will find this to their liking.
Lindgren (PA) Curly Haired Frog Hazy IPA 6.8%
5 hops (Azacca, Galaxy, Citra, Amarillo & Idaho 7)
3 sip rule
Light neutral aroma. Medium citrus bittering begins the offering. Flavors are detected towards the end of the sip & when holding the sip a weave begins which softens the craft. A semi soft body keeps balance. Flavors noted were orange, citrus, peach & tropical.
Primarily citrus dominant in aspects but the blending is done well in that all contributions can be noticed.
Warmer preferred for flavor.
Fegleys (PA) Melted Time Hazy IPA 6.4%
4 hops (Simcoe, Citra, El Dorado & Riwaka)
Light citrus aroma. Soft clean body in minimal carbonation & bittering will set the stage for flavors to create the crafts essence. Notes of lemon, peach & pineapple weave together when holding the sip. Nuanced tropical is detected at the end of each sip balanced by a light layer of bittering, again minimal.
The offering is "light' in all aspects & remains enjoyable start to finish in all regards.
DIPA & Hazy camps
Industrial Arts/Other Half (NY) Nuggy Num Num Hazy IPA 7%
3 hops ( Cascade, Chinook & Centennial)
Citrus aroma. Subtle carbonation in a body that will wrap around flavors of orange & light grapefruit. Bittering seems an equal aspect until sip 3 when flavors sweeten the pot with multiple tropical aspects as well. Lightly tart & semi dry layer as it warms.
Interesting & well done. Depending on what you prefer will decide your temp.
Freshly harvested hops seem to be the difference towards a complete & fulfilling craft in this instance.
Southern Tier (NY) Lake Shore Fog Hazy IPA 6.5%
3 hops (Mosaic, Citra & Amarillo)
Hazy fruit aroma. Flavors are out front beginning lightly tart a & mellow as you proceed. Light body & carbonation. Initial light bittering recedes to the instant blend of citrus notes & subtle tropical aspects which dominate the offering start to finish. Bittering remains layered for balance & is nicely done.
Refreshing & light makes this 6.5% easy to enjoy.
DIPA & Hazy fans a definite. Others should check in on this too.
Forest & Main (PA) Last Crusade Hazy IPA 7%
2 hops (Cashmere & Strata)
3 sip rule ...
Soft fruit aroma. Medium carbonation & bittering that continues through each sip. Flavors come forward & form a subtle blend of citrus, berry & tropical softening the herbal, pine aspects though that does remain a primary actor. A light cannabis spiced ending creates a silky & refreshing offering. Warmer was much preferred to enhance flavor.
DIPA & Hazy camps will prefer this over others.
Jester King (TX) New Image (CO) Hazy IPA 6.6%
2 hops (Citra, Citra Cryo, Galaxy T90 & Galaxy Terpenes)
A fruited aroma with light bitter layers. Flavors begin the offering bringing forward peach & orange in a soft body with medium carbonation & bittering. Holding the sip helps enhance flavor but terpenes help enhance notes of pine & other bittering layers into the blend. Lightly tart towards each sip end.
Flavor holds true throughout but a late balance & blend is created & completes the craft.
IPA, DIPA & Hazy should try
Weldwerks/Casey Brewing (CO) Transmountain Diversion DDH Hazy DIPA 8.7%
2 hops ( Nelson & Citra)
3 sip rule ...
Orange & light white wine grape aroma in that order. Full body & light carbonation. Flavors are immediate with Citra orange dominating throughout. Nelson grape influences the above mellowing flavor aspects further in. Bittering is relegated to a layer for balance only..
A full flavored, full bodied DIPA that will draw in fans of multiple camps.
Heavy Seas (MD) / Other Half (VA) Broccoli Cannon Hazy IPA 6%
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4 hops (Enigma, Galaxy, Citra & Mosaic)
All hops contribute to aroma & as well are actors in a multi flavored play. From Mosaic bittering to flavors of orange, peach , citrus & berry in a soft body & light carbonation. A light spiced note adds Nuance.
Bittering initiates the offering. softening takes place as the body envelopes flavors going forward that remain in place, Balance & blend is just right.
As cold as possible creates the perfect environment
Abomination (PA) Juice Monster Hazy IPA 6.8%
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5 hops (Mosaic, Citra, Galaxy, Pacific Jade & Summit)
Herbal notes are evident in aroma & flavor to start. A tart mid sip gives way to Mosaic, Citra & Galaxy flavors of orange & subtle peachEarthy & herbal aspects from the remaining 2 hops recede to create a bottom layer of balance. Blending further takes hold as the offering warms.
This hop mix creates an interesting & teasing weave of aspects nicely.
Perhaps a bit busy but all ends well.
Grimm (NY) Maximum Happiness Hazy IPA 7%
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2 hops (Mosaic & Cashmere)
Earthy aroma lightly fruited notes. Medium carbonation & a body a bit crisper the expected initially. Flavor is the unanimous decision in the offering with contributions of lightly tart orange, tangerine & oddly enough when the sip is held blueberry (that may be just me) Earthy is always present through the sip but provides only a bottom layer for balance. All aspects are light & blended well. Flavor is dominant.
Tripping Animals (FL) Ever Haze Hazy IPA 7%
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3 hops (Cashmere, Citra & Amarillo)
3 sip rule ...
Earthy dry aroma with fruit notes. Amarillo bittering begins adding fruit notes as well. while bittering seems dominant fruit notes begin to appear by sip 2 adding layers & balance. A medium backbone provides the opportunity for aspects to blend. All hops signed this craft in contributions.
Colder will invite IPA fans. Warmer will provide a spot for other camps to check this out.
Big Truck (MD) Halfcab 6%
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3 hops (Mosaic, Cascade & Centenial)
Very light fruit aroma. A lightly dank beginning. Bittering is also light & blends into a soft body. Flavors begin to appear by sip 3 in an earthy aspect those being primarily citrus. All aspects weave into a back & forth contest but pair together well while doing so.
Colder creates more WC influences, warmer enhances flavor.
A hazy IPA with WC contributions is an interesting change.
Pipeworks (IL) Cryptic Bones Hazy IPA 7%
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2 hops ( Motueka & Azacca)
Smooth tropical aroma. A light tart beginning with notes of pineapple 1st & tropical 2nd. A blend begins around sip 3 & remains intact from there. Motueka presents itself with woody / spiced aspects & layers in nicely with the above, noticeable but not an overpowering influence. Bittering is relegated to the bottom of each sip.
An interesting blend of hops bringing you flavor & woody in a full body.
Imprint (PA) 7even DDH Hazy IPA 6.5%
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2 hops ( Superdelic & Nectaron)
Tropical & berry aroma. Medium carbonation that continues through each sip. Begins a bit dry & lightly tart but mellows into a nectaron citrus flavor that then dominates each mid sip. Superdelic berry aspects weave into flavor & create an enjoyable blend.
Body is soft & promotes DDHing for promoting flavors that become the main aspect early & late.
Cushwa (MD) / Wet City: Joint Hazy IPA 7%
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5 hops (Mosaic, Denali, Citra, Kohato & Simcoe)
Tropical/earthy aroma. Medium carbonation & semi crisp body. Bittering is medium. Dominance is given to tropical, pineapple & peach flavors with earthy/pine notes backing up the above to end each sip. Lightly dank.
An interesting mix of hops that creates an interesting craft.
Five Boroughs (NY) Gridlock Hazy IPA 6.5%
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2 hops (Citra & Amarillo)
3 sip rule ...
Citrus & fruit aroma. Lightly tart & zesty beginning leads to medium carbonation & bittering. Flavors are blended nicely & are promoted above all else.
Colder was preferred for a refreshing craft, warmer enhanced flavor & body. the 12 oz can & 6.5 ABV makes this an opportunity for more than one.
Bald Birds (PA) Cloudy Judgement Hazy IPA 6.3%
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2 hops (Citra & Mosaic) with Oats.
Aroma mixes Oats & hops into a mellow blend. Light carbonation to start. A nuance mango note is introduced briefly that then gives the stage back to citrus & orange flavor. Oats provide a soft body for flavors to ride & blend. Mosaic gives this offering earthy bittering throughout which keeps the craft moving in the right direction start to finish.
All aspects are light, flavor forward & refreshing
Anderson Valley (CA) Coastal Ale Hazy IPA 4.5%
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3 hops (Mosaic, Ekuanot & Citra)
Fruit aroma. Light carbonation. Flavors are out front, light in nature but remain the essence of the offering. Bittering is minimal but identified in layers start to finish.
A bit drier but this doesn't detract from the craft.
This comes across as a mix of West Coast & Hazy influences.
Light, crisp, & refreshing in all aspects & at 4.5% makes this quite crushable
Big Oyster (DE) Cage Dive Hazy IPA 6.4%
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4 hops (El Dorado, Strat, Azacca & Krush)
Dominant fruit aroma somewhat muted. Immediate higher carbonation. Body is light as is bittering.
El Dorado & Krush Provide most of the flavor aspects & are enhanced when each sip is momentarily held giving the chance to blend. A nuanced earthy mid layer as this warms. Strata provides the spiced ending which is just right.
Very light in all aspects making this easily enjoyed. Cold was preferred
Forest & Main (PA) Bright Shadows 6.4%
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2 hops (Nelson & Cascade)
Soft aroma that leans Nelson. Medium carbonation that mixes into a body that gives up the stage to flavor notes of grape & orange. Bittering is light, earthy & relegated to sip end. No aspect hangs around to dominate as much as mixing into a bright, clean & balanced offering start to finish.
Aptly named
Forest & Main (PA) Welcome 6.5%
3 hops ( Chinook, Sabro & Strata)
This begins with a mild West Coast aroma nuanced with light fruit & a malt presence. Chinook bittering provides the entrance into medium carbonation with Sabro mid sip fruit notes. Holding the sip makes this more identifiable. Strata is our end to each sip giving herbal & spice aspects. Blending becomes apparent as this warms.
The somewhat crisp body makes this lean a bit towards a West Coast style when cooler & becomes closer to the hazy side thereafter
Grimm (NY) Underwater Sunlight 7%
4 hops (Citra Columbus, Nectaron & Cash mere)
Tropical fruit aromas impart a hazy IPA start. Multiple flavors from all hops blend into the body & remain intact throughout. Light carbonation & bittering. All hop contributions are on display with Columbus light bittering qualities being the balancer thereby avoiding a juice bomb.
Enjoyably mellow would be the term start to finish as this style should be.