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Things Are Looking A Little Fuzzy

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Nelson Sauvin takes center stage in this 6.1 % IPA, with aromatics that recall Sauvignon Blanc layered over fresh cedar, pine and Monterey cypress. Heineken took half of Lagunitas in 2015 and the remaining shares in May 2017, with founder Tony Magee staying on as Executive Chairman. Beer Speaks (for itself) is the first of the brewery's three simple truths.

ABV
6.1%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
pineyhoppyfloral
piney
hoppy
floral
resinous
fruity
tropical
Aroma
Nelson Sauvin hop character dominates with pronounced white wine aromatics—Sauvignon Blanc minerality and citrus—layered over dry cedar and fresh pine needles.
also:citrusy
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Things Are Looking A Little Fuzzy

◎ Appearance

A hazy golden brew with a pale straw complexion, dense and persistent white head that clings to the glass. The turbidity from suspended yeast particles creates an opaque, inviting presentation characteristic of the style. Carbonation is vigorous and well-integrated, lending a lively visual texture throughout.

pale strawdense headhazy and bright

◌ Aroma

Nelson Sauvin hop character dominates with pronounced white wine aromatics—Sauvignon Blanc minerality and citrus—layered over dry cedar and fresh pine needles. Cypress notes add an earthy, almost resinous depth beneath the fruity esters. The bouquet balances floral and herbal dimensions without turning austere, inviting repeated nosing.

Nelson Sauvin forwardwhite wine aromaticscedar and pinefloral-herbal blend

◐ Taste

The palate opens with piney Edelhopfen bite and crisp citrus notes that establish a bracing entry. Mid-palate develops tropical and herbal character without cloying sweetness, while moderate biterness from the 50 IBU sits comfortably behind the fruit. The 6.1% ABV remains subdued, allowing hop flavor to dominate without heat or alcohol impression.

piney and crispmoderate bitternesstropical undertones

◑ Finish

The finish lingers with a pleasant herbal and resinous fade, dry and refreshing rather than astringent. A subtle creamy mouthfeel persists without clinging, leaving the palate primed for the next sip.

dry and refreshingherbal farewell
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
75
Finish
74
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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