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pFriem Tropical Hazy IPA

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pFriem Tropical Hazy IPA joined the year-round range in February 2026 as a more fruit-forward companion to the Hazy IPA. Pilsner malt and oat groats build a soft base, Citra and Krush Cryo supply the hops, and natural passion fruit and pineapple extracts are listed among the ingredients to keep the aroma stable. It pours vibrant marigold with a juice-like haze and creamy foam. Tangy passion fruit and ripe pineapple lead the nose, mango adds a creamy richness mid-palate, and restrained bitterness leaves a clean, refreshing finish.

ABV
6.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
fruitytropicalhoppy
fruity
tropical
hoppy
citrusy
juicy
Aroma
The nose leads with tangy passion fruit and ripe pineapple, their brightness anchored by natural extracts that ensure stable, lasting presence.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for pFriem Tropical Hazy IPA

◎ Appearance

Pours a vibrant marigold with a pronounced juice-like haze that sits throughout the glass. A creamy, persistent foam builds atop the surface, demonstrating strong head retention and fine Schaumkleiden. The cloudiness derives from the oat groats and yeast suspension, lending an inviting, opaque quality.

marigold, hazycreamy foamjuice-like clarity

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with tangy passion fruit and ripe pineapple, their brightness anchored by natural extracts that ensure stable, lasting presence. Mango undertones add a creamy, stone-fruit richness beneath the citrus top notes. Citra and Krush Cryo hops weave a tropical framework without aggressive herbality, while the soft Pilsner and oat base contributes a gentle, clean grain backdrop.

passion fruit, pineappletropical stone fruitclean grain base

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and approachable, with the tropical fruit character immediately evident on the palate. Mid-palate develops a creamy mango weight that rounds the mouthfeel; the oat component provides a silky texture without heaviness. Bitterness remains restrained at 35 IBU, finishing clean and allowing the fruit to dominate without astringency.

soft entrycreamy mouthfeelrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with tropical fruit notes lingering briefly before fading to a dry, quenching conclusion. No harsh bitterness or oxidative notes intrude; the overall arc remains fruit-forward and session-friendly.

clean, dryrefreshing finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
79
Finish
76
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 New England IPA

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What is a New England 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.

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