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East Coast Haze

Black Hops Brewing
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🌍 Australia · Hazy Pale Ale · One of 42 Hazy Pale Ales in hopIQ

Released in December 2020 as a monthly limited called East Coast Low, then reworked and renamed for the permanent range as a lighter counterpart to G.O.A.T. The beer is cloudy and pale gold. Juicy tropical fruit leads the aroma, with mandarin, orange and a touch of pine behind it. Oats and wheat give a smooth, soft body, and the bitterness stays low, so the finish is easy and fruity rather than dry. Hops are Dr Rudi, Idaho 7, Simcoe, Citra, Amarillo, Eclipse and Mosaic.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden8

AWARDS

Gold · 2022
Australian International Beer Awards
Gold — Australian International Beer Awards
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Firm bitter edge.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Hazy Pale Ale.
Hop character
tropical
citrusy
juicy
orange
piney
hoppy
Malt character
wheat
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
Distinctive notes
hazy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for East Coast Haze

Appearance

A pale gold body with pronounced cloudiness throughout, characteristic of the style. The haze stems from suspended yeast and grain material rather than chill haze, creating a soft, inviting opacity. A modest white head forms with reasonable retention, settling into a thin collar with light adhesion to the glass.

pale goldvisibly hazysoft turbiditymoderate head

Aroma

The nose leads with juicy tropical fruit character—mandarin and orange dominate the foreground, supported by a subtle herbaceous pine note in the background. Grain adjuncts (oats and wheat) add a gentle, almost sweet cereal undertone that softens the overall impression. The hop profile remains bright and fruity rather than aggressive or resiny.

mandarin, orangejuicy tropicsgentle pinesoft grain notes

Taste

Entry is clean and smooth, with citrus and stone fruit flavors developing across the mid-palate. The oats and wheat create a velvety, full body without heaviness, allowing tropical notes to shine. Bitterness remains restrained throughout—around 35–40 IBU estimated—resulting in a dry but not astringent finish that lets fruit character lead.

smooth, creamy bodycitrus-forwardlow bitternesseasy drinking

Finish

The finish is clean, dry, and refreshingly brief. Lingering fruit and grain sweetness fade quickly into a light, almost delicate aftertaste that invites another sip.

dry, fruity faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of East Coast Haze

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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 East Coast Haze

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, tropical, smooth character as East Coast Haze will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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