Juicy or Hazy Pale Ale
North American Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
- OG
- 1.044 – 1.050
- FG
- 1.008 – 1.014
- ABV
- 4.4 – 5.4 %
- IBU
- 5 – 30
- Color
- 3 – 7 SRM
- CO₂
- – –
Notes
Grist may include oats, wheat, or other adjuncts to promote haziness. The term "juicy" is frequently used to describe taste and aroma attributes often present in these beers which result from late, often very large, additions of hops. A juicy character is not required, however. Other hop-derived attributes such as citrus, pine, spice, floral or others may be present with or without the presence of juicy attributes. Likewise the term "hazy" is frequently used to describe the appearance of many examples of these beers. However, some versions may exhibit very low cloudiness.
Color
Straw to light amber
Clarity
Can vary widely from very low haze to very high degree of cloudiness. Starch, yeast, hop, protein or other compounds contribute to a wide range of hazy appearance within this category.
Malt aroma & flavor
Low to medium-low malt aroma and flavor may be present
Hop aroma & flavor
Medium-high to very high hop aroma and flavor are present, exhibiting a very wide range of attributes, especially fruity, tropical, juicy, and many others.
Bitterness
Low to medium. The impression of bitterness is soft and well-integrated into overall balance and may differ significantly from measured or calculated IBU levels.
Fermentation character
Medium-low to medium-high fruity esters are present and can contribute to the perception of sweetness and be complementary to the hop profile. Diacetyl should not be present.
Body
Medium-low to medium-high. Perceived silky or full mouthfeel may contribute to overall flavor profile.
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Style guideline data is the work of its respective publishers, reproduced here for reference: BJCP · Brewers Association · Norbrygg · SHBF · Danske Øldommere.