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Pineapple and mango lead in Hoptical Haze, a Hazy IPA at 6.5% ABV with a silky-smooth finish. It is a BrewPub exclusive, poured at Blue Point's brewpub on West Main Street in Patchogue, Long Island, where the brewery has been making beer since 1998 and has been open to visitors at its current site since 2019.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalfruityjuicy
tropical
fruity
juicy
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with ripe stone fruit—pineapple and mango dominate immediately, accompanied by subtle citrus notes that add brightness.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hoptical Haze

◎ Appearance

Hoptical Haze presents a pale golden hue with pronounced cloudiness arising from suspended yeast, characteristic of the style. The head forms quickly and maintains a fine, persistent collar with good lacing down the glass. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, with a soft visual presence throughout.

pale goldenhazy from yeastpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with ripe stone fruit—pineapple and mango dominate immediately, accompanied by subtle citrus notes that add brightness. A delicate herbal hop character emerges beneath the fruit, while the pale malt base remains restrained and clean, allowing the tropical aromatics full expression.

tropical fruitpineapple, mangosubtle citrusherbal hops

◐ Taste

The palate opens with juicy tropical fruit flavors that echo the aroma, supported by a silky, creamy mouthfeel that develops early and persists throughout. Moderate bitterness arrives in the mid-palate, balanced by the beer's lower ABV and bright acidity. The finish remains smooth without harsh edges, with gentle hoppy notes providing structure without dominating.

juicy tropicalcreamy mouthfeelbalanced bitternesssmooth finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry yet approachable, with lingering fruit notes and a gentle hoppy fade. Refreshing minerality carries through cleanly without astringency.

dry, refreshinglingering fruit
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
75
Finish
73
Serve at 8–11°C

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

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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About Hazy IPA

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Hazy IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

Finding a similar Hazy IPA

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