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Big Sky Hazy Pale

Stomping Ground Brewing Co.
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🌍 Australia · Hazy Pale Ale · One of 28 Hazy Pale Ales in hopIQ

A hazy pale ale in the New England mould, brewed with wheat malt and rolled wheat alongside pale malt and Carapils for a soft, cloudy body. Citra, Sabro and Ekuanot carry mango, pineapple and citrus zest, with a coconut edge from the Sabro and light bitterness underneath. London ale yeast leaves a gentle fruit ester, and the finish stays dry rather than sticky. A year-round beer that was sold under a different name until 2021.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8

AWARDS

Gold · 2022
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver · 2026
Australian International Beer Awards
Gold — Australian International Beer Awards
Silver — Australian International Beer Awards
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

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

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
tropical
hoppy
Malt character
wheat
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
Distinctive notes
hazy
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Big Sky Hazy Pale

Appearance

A pale golden hue with pronounced cloudiness throughout the body, characteristic of the New England hazy style. The head forms a thick, creamy collar that displays moderate lacing as the beer settles. Fine carbonation creates a soft, pillowy mouthfeel.

pale goldenhazy throughoutcreamy headsoft carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical and citrus notes—ripe mango and pineapple dominate the mid-range, underpinned by a subtle zest of lemon and lime. Citra and Ekuanot hops provide clean citrus character, while Sabro contributes a gentle coconut undertone. A delicate fruity ester from the London ale yeast adds complexity without dominating.

mango, pineapplebright citrus zestcoconut edgesubtle fruitiness

Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with soft wheat malt providing a gentle, slightly creamy body. The mid-palate develops tropical and citrus flavours—pineapple and orange zest shine through—with the Sabro contributing a mild coconut note. A restrained but perceptible bitterness emerges beneath, balancing the fruit without asserting dominance, while the wheat base keeps the overall impression clean and dry.

soft wheat malttropical citrusrestrained bitternessclean, dry palate

Finish

The finish is notably dry and crisp, shedding any sticky sweetness and leaving a light, refreshing dryness on the tongue. The bitterness lingers gently without harshness, and a faint citrus zest persists in the aftertaste.

dry finishrefreshinglight citrus lingering
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Big Sky Hazy Pale

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 Big Sky Hazy Pale

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 hazy, dry, wheat character as Big Sky Hazy Pale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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