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Nice Things

Central Waters Brewing Company
United States·Hazy Pale Ale
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Ripe mango, pineapple and zesty citrus peel rise from the glass, carried by a soft, pillowy mouthfeel and a veil of haze. Citra, Mosaic and El Dorado make up the hops, and the beer sits at 5.5% ABV. A hazy pale ale brewed year-round by Central Waters in Amherst, Wisconsin.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
tropicalfruitycitrusy
tropical
fruity
citrusy
hoppy
juicy
Aroma
Ripe tropical fruit leads the charge—mango and pineapple jump from the glass, supported by zesty citrus peel notes that add brightness and lift.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Nice Things

◎ Appearance

A hazy, golden-amber pour with a soft, pillowy white head that settles into a persistent collar. The veil of haze creates a deliberately opaque appearance characteristic of the style, while fine carbonation lines rise steadily through the glass. Schaumkleiden cling to the sides with moderate retention.

golden-amberhazy veilpillowy headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Ripe tropical fruit leads the charge—mango and pineapple jump from the glass, supported by zesty citrus peel notes that add brightness and lift. The Citra, Mosaic, and El Dorado hops work in concert, layering stone fruit and subtle herbal undertones without aggressive pine or resinous edges. Soft malt backbone remains supportive rather than assertive.

ripe mangopineapplezesty citrus peelstone fruit

◐ Taste

The entry is juicy and soft, with tropical fruit flavors rolling across the palate in a seamless wave. Mid-palate reveals a balanced, creamy mouthfeel—the 5.5% ABV keeps things light and drinkable while the malt provides gentle sweetness and body. Bitterness lands at 40 IBU: clean and moderate, finishing dry without harshness or overstay.

juicy tropicalcreamy mouthfeelbalanced bitternesslight body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively brief, allowing the tropical notes to linger gently on the palate rather than dominate. A light citrus dryness frames the aftertaste, inviting another sip.

clean drycitrus linger
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 8–11°C

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

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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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

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