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Mosaic Hazy Pale Ale

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A hazy pale ale with low bitterness and a soft, juicy mouthfeel. The fruity Mosaic hops layer tropical fruit, stone fruit and blueberry notes. At 4.6 % ABV and 32 IBU, it is brewed by Stewart Brewing in Loanhead. Mosaic is known in hazy styles for a complex blend of mango, peach, citrus and blueberry. The brewery began in Edinburgh in 2004.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter32 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
fruitypeachjuicy
fruity
peach
juicy
tropical
citrusy
berry
Aroma
The Mosaic hop character leads with ripe stone fruit—peach and apricot—layered beneath bright tropical notes of mango and passionfruit.
also:hoppy
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mosaic Hazy Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden with a persistent haze that softens the visual profile. A dense, creamy head builds quickly and clings to the glass with fine Schaumhaftung. Moderate carbonation lifts the suspended particulates, creating an inviting, textured appearance characteristic of the style.

pale goldenhazy, creamy headfine lacingsoft clarity

◌ Aroma

The Mosaic hop character leads with ripe stone fruit—peach and apricot—layered beneath bright tropical notes of mango and passionfruit. A subtle undercurrent of blueberry and light citrus zest rounds out the nose, while soft malt sweetness provides gentle structure without dominating. No harsh alcohol or solvent notes; the aroma remains clean and approachable.

stone fruit forwardtropical, mango-ledblueberry whispersoft malt backbone

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and full-bodied for the ABV, with peach and juicy citrus notes blooming across the mid-palate. The mouthfeel is pillowy and smooth, with restrained bitterness (32 IBU) allowing the fruit character to remain prominent without astringency. Low residual sweetness balances the dry finish, keeping the beer refreshing and easy to drink.

soft, juicy entrypeach, tropical fruitlow bitternesssmooth, pillowy

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and clean, fading gradually into a dry, slightly berry-tinged aftertaste. No sharp edges or cloying sweetness linger; the beer leaves the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry, berry finishclean fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
86
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
78
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

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

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