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Hazy Dazy

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A hazy pale ale that opens with a floral aroma and gives way to layers of citrus and stone fruit, soft and juicy in character. The brewery shop lists it at 5% ABV in 440ml, and the shop copy adds that it is smooth and easy drinking. Lacada brews it in Portrush on the Causeway Coast. Lacada began as a father and son nano-brewery.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floraljuicyfruity
floral
juicy
fruity
citrusy
tropical
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with a distinct floral note that grounds the bouquet, quickly giving way to bright citrus notes—lime and grapefruit zest.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hazy Dazy

◎ Appearance

Hazy Dazy presents a soft, pale golden hue with pronounced haziness from suspension of yeast and protein. The head is modest but shows stable retention, with delicate lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation appears gentle and fine, appropriate to the ale's soft-drinking character.

pale goldenhazy from yeastfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a distinct floral note that grounds the bouquet, quickly giving way to bright citrus notes—lime and grapefruit zest. Stone fruit emerges in the mid-range, with subtle tropical hints in the background. No sharp alcohol or harsh herb character; the overall impression is clean and inviting.

floralcitrus and limestone fruittropical undertones

◐ Taste

The palate entry is smooth and juicy, with a soft malt backbone that supports the hops without heaviness. Mid-palate reveals layered citrus and stone-fruit character, balanced by gentle bitterness that remains restrained at 40 IBU. The beer drinks remarkably easy and refreshing, with no harsh edges or cloying sweetness.

smooth maltjuicy citrusgentle bitternesslight body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately short, fading smoothly without astringency or lingering harshness. A subtle citrus echo persists in the aftertaste, inviting another sip.

clean fadecitrus echo
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
75
Finish
72
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

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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.

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