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Leinenkugel's Tropical Hazy IPA

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Passion fruit, guava and citrus burst from this hazy IPA, while a balanced citrus bitterness keeps the tropical fruit in line. The idea is to take the tropics up north: at 7% ABV and 30 IBU the beer is approachable for its strength, and it stays in the line-up all year round.

ABV
7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
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
tropicalcitrusyfruity
tropical
citrusy
fruity
juicy
hoppy
Aroma
Bright tropical fruit aromas lead immediately—passion fruit and guava dominate with a supportive backdrop of orange zest and tangerine.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Leinenkugel's Tropical Hazy IPA

◎ Appearance

Hazy golden-yellow with a soft, diffuse glow that suggests suspended yeast and hop matter. The head is modest but persistent, laying down fine lacing as it recedes. Carbonation appears gentle and well-integrated, contributing to an inviting, approachable visual character.

golden-yellowhazy from yeastfine lacingsoft carbonation

◌ Aroma

Bright tropical fruit aromas lead immediately—passion fruit and guava dominate with a supportive backdrop of orange zest and tangerine. Noble hop character adds a subtle herbal and citrus lift without aggressive resin or pine. Clean fermentation allows the fruit and hop interplay to speak clearly, with no off-notes.

passion fruit, guavacitrus zestnoble hopsclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and fruity, with tropical notes settling onto the tongue before a measured citrus bitterness emerges mid-palate. The 30 IBU sits in balance—enough to frame the fruit without overwhelming—while a light creamy mouthfeel adds body. The finish is dry and slightly grainy, with lingering citrus pith.

tropical entrybalanced bitternesscreamy texturedry finish

◑ Finish

Medium-length finish with fading citrus notes and a subtle grainy dryness. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, encouraging another sip without harsh residue.

citrus faderefreshinggrainy dryness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
75
Finish
77
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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, hazy, citrusy character as Leinenkugel's Tropical Hazy IPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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