Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.
Nothing dominates, and that is the craft — each element gets room to be tasted.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Cirrostratus
◎ Appearance
Cirrostratus presents a hazy, golden-amber body with excellent opacity, characteristic of the style. The head is stable and creamy, building a fine Schaumkleiden around the glass as you drink. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending a soft visual texture to the pour.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with delicate rose water and white floral notes, supported by distinctive stone fruit character — melon and grape predominate over the typical citrus expected from Motueka. A subtle geranium note threads through the mid-range, adding complexity without asserting itself, while the base remains clean and approachable.
◐ Taste
The palate opens soft and fruity, with melon and stone fruit flavors echoing the nose. The body remains full and creamy despite the declared low-carbohydrate profile, creating a smooth mouthfeel that belies the modest alcohol level. Bitterness is restrained and well-balanced, allowing the hop character to express as flavor rather than harsh bite, with a trailing coconut note emerging in the mid-palate.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and refreshing, with coconut lingering pleasantly on the aftertaste without cloying. The beer closes dry and approachable, inviting another sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Cirrostratus
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Cirrostratus
About Hazy Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Hazy Pale Ale?
Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.
Finding a similar Hazy Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hazy, fruity, floral character as Cirrostratus will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
Other Hazy Pale Ales in hopIQ