A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Shiner TexHex Desert Mirage
◎ Appearance
Pours a hazy orange-gold with a soft, diffuse appearance characteristic of the style. The cloudiness comes from oats and wheat in the grist, creating a full, opaque body. Head retention is moderate, with delicate lacing that gradually retreats.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by stone and tropical fruit—passion fruit, mango, and pineapple lead the charge, with tangerine and strawberry-like fruitiness following close behind. Beneath the fruit lies the resinous, slightly dank character of Strata hops, adding complexity and earthy undertone to the fruity top notes.
◐ Taste
Entry is round and lightly sweet, with the soft body from oats and wheat delivering a full mouthfeel without heaviness. Mid-palate reveals subtle floral notes and continued fruit character, balanced by restrained bitterness from the 45 IBUs. The structure is smooth and approachable rather than sharp or aggressive.
◑ Finish
The finish is long and resinous, with Strata's herbal-dank profile lingering pleasantly on the palate. Bitterness fades gradually rather than assertively, leaving behind a dry, slightly herbal aftertaste.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Shiner TexHex Desert Mirage
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Shiner TexHex Desert Mirage
About Hazy IPA
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Hazy 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.
Finding a similar Hazy IPA
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hazy, resinous, tropical character as Shiner TexHex Desert Mirage will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.