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Lazy Yak

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Lazy Yak is the mid-strength member of the Yak range, launched as a lighter take on the Australian pale ale. Cascade from the Yakima Valley goes in early for a gentle bitterness, while late additions of Citra and Nelson Sauvin bring citrus, light passionfruit and a wine-like note of white grape. The grist is entirely Australian pale malt, which leaves a soft, slightly sweet malt flavour behind a light and refreshing finish.

ABV
3.5%
Bitterness
Mild15 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusymaltytropical
citrusy
malty
tropical
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with clean citrus notes from the late Citra and Nelson Sauvin additions, accompanied by delicate passionfruit and a subtle white grape character that brings a wine-like quality to the bouquet.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lazy Yak

◎ Appearance

Lazy Yak presents a pale golden hue characteristic of its style, with bright clarity and a light, persistent head that settles into a fine collar of lacing. The carbonation is gentle, befitting the mid-strength profile, creating a soft, inviting visual presence without aggressive effervescence.

pale goldenclearfine lacingsoft carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with clean citrus notes from the late Citra and Nelson Sauvin additions, accompanied by delicate passionfruit and a subtle white grape character that brings a wine-like quality to the bouquet. Underneath lies the soft, bready foundation of Australian pale malt, with minimal hop punch from the early Cascade charge.

citruspassionfruitwhite grapemalt foundation

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with a gentle malt sweetness complemented by crisp citrus and tropical fruit flavors that develop across the mid-palate. The bitterness remains restrained and well-integrated, allowing the hop character to express itself as a refreshing counterpoint rather than a dominant force. Australian pale malt provides a slightly sweet backbone that supports without overwhelming.

smooth citrusgentle bitternesstropical notesmalt sweetness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and light, with the bitterness fading gracefully while citrus and malt continue to linger briefly. The overall impression is refreshing and quenching, designed for easy drinking without fatigue.

clean aftertastelight finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
77
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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 Mid-Strength Pale Ale

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What is a Mid-Strength 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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