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Sounds Hazy Pale Ale

New Zealand·Hazy Pale Ale
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Crisp and refreshing with light fruit and citrus notes, this aromatic hazy pale ale is juiced up with Galaxy and Kohatu hops. Sounds Hazy Pale Ale is named after the Marlborough Sounds and runs at 4.5% ABV, sold in six and twelve packs. It comes from Monteith's, a brewery on New Zealand's West Coast since 1868.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
hoppyfruitycitrusy
hoppy
fruity
citrusy
juicy
tropical
Aroma
Pronounced citrus and tropical fruit notes lead from Galaxy and Kohatu hops—think grapefruit zest, mandarin, and passionfruit.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sounds Hazy Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A hazy golden-amber body with visible suspension from yeast and hop particles, creating an opaque yet luminous character. The dense, creamy head settles to a persistent collar with fine lacing that clings to the glass. Fine carbonation supports the visual structure without aggressive activity.

hazy goldencreamy headfine lacingbright cloudiness

◌ Aroma

Pronounced citrus and tropical fruit notes lead from Galaxy and Kohatu hops—think grapefruit zest, mandarin, and passionfruit. A subtle herbaceous hop backdrop sits beneath the fruity profile, with soft malt sweetness grounding the composition rather than competing with it.

citrus-forwardpassionfruit, grapefruitherbaceous hopssoft malt

◐ Taste

The palate enters crisp and refreshing, with juicy tropical and citrus flavors echoing the aroma without harshness. A moderate bitterness (40 IBU) arrives at mid-palate, clean and structured but never dominating. The finish dries progressively while retaining the beer's light, approachable character.

crisp entryjuicy tropicalbalanced bitternessclean dry

◑ Finish

A short to medium dry finish leaves behind fading citrus and a whisper of hoppy spice. The aftertaste remains refreshing and free of lingering residue, inviting another sip.

dry finishcitrus fade
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
76
Appearance
78
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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