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Série Relais New England Pale Ale

Les Brasseurs du Nord
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🌍 Canada · Hazy Pale Ale · One of 29 Hazy Pale Ales in hopIQ

A hazy pale ale from the Relais brewpub series, hopped with Motueka, Nelson Sauvin and Citra. The pour is veiled and the texture silky, over a soft malt base that keeps out of the way. Pineapple, nectarine and lemon come through clearly, and the New Zealand varieties add a gooseberry and white-wine edge beside them. Bitterness stays moderate, so the fruit carries the finish rather than any bite.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Hazy Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
tropical
hoppy
Distinctive notes
hazy
berry
peach
Fermentation & yeast
fruityclean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Série Relais New England Pale Ale

Appearance

The pour is veiled and hazy, presenting a soft golden-orange hue beneath the suspended yeast. A fine, delicate head forms and clings to the glass with silky persistence. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending the beer a soft, welcoming visual presence.

hazy goldensilky head retentionfine carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical stone fruit—pineapple and nectarine—followed by a zesty lemon note that lifts the profile. Nelson Sauvin and Motueka varieties add a subtle white-wine character with hints of gooseberry and dried herbs. The Malz foundation is restrained, allowing the hop complexity to dominate without any harsh alcohol vapour.

pineapple, nectarinelemon, gooseberrywhite-wine edgesoft malt base

Taste

The palate opens with silky texture and the promised stone fruit and citrus notes settling seamlessly across the tongue. Mid-palate brings a light berry undertone and sustained pineapple character, with the New Zealand hops lending a wine-like sophistication. Bitterness remains moderate and restrained, allowing the fruit-forward profile to carry through without any sharp finish.

smooth entrytropical fruit dominantmoderate bitterness

Finish

The finish is carried by lingering fruit notes rather than assertive hop bitterness or alcohol warmth. Lemon and peach fade gradually, leaving a clean, refreshing aftertaste.

fruit-drivenclean, refreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Série Relais New England Pale Ale

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Série Relais New England Pale Ale

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hazy, fruity, citrusy character as Série Relais New England Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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