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🌍 United States · Hazy Pale Ale · One of 5 Hazy Pale Ales in hopIQ

The RAR pale ale that reads like a hazy IPA in miniature — orange sherbet, lemon-lime, and citrus hard candy on the nose, a soft creamy body, and enough hop punch to remember it's actually a pale ale. Not as boozy as Nanticoke, not as heavy as a full DIPA — Pulp is the sweet spot in RAR's core lineup.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Very bitter65 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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

Assertively bitter and dry.

The malt sets the frame and lets the hops carry the flavour.

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
orange
hoppy
tropical
floral
Malt character
bready
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pulp

Appearance

A luminous golden-orange haze dominates the glass, with suspended yeast particles creating a soft, gauzy opacity throughout. The head rises quickly and holds with gentle persistence, leaving fine traces of lacing as the beer settles. Carbonation is brisk and even, creating a steady stream of fine bubbles.

golden-orangehazy throughoutfine carbonationpersistent head

Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus candy notes—candied orange and lemon-lime dominate—layered over a creamy, almost sherbet-like sweetness. Beneath sit softer herbal and floral facets from noble hops, with a faint suggestion of bready grain. There is no alcohol burn despite the 6.2% ABV; the aromatic profile remains fresh and inviting.

orange sherbetcitrus candysoft floralbready grain

Taste

The palate enters soft and full-bodied, with a seamless blend of citrus and tropical fruit character that mirrors the nose. Mid-palate holds a gentle hop bitterness—65 IBUs express themselves as a measured punch rather than aggression—balanced by creamy malt sweetness and a smooth, integrated mouthfeel. The finish dries slightly, allowing citrus and hop character to linger without harshness.

tropical fruitmeasured bitternesscreamy maltsmooth integration

Finish

A moderate, clean dry-down with citrus and subtle herbal hop notes persisting on the palate. The aftertaste remains refreshing and free of cloying sweetness or sharp edges.

clean dry-downcitrus persistence
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Pulp

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 Pulp

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 citrusy, orange, tropical character as Pulp will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Other Hazy Pale Ales in hopIQ

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