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Big Sky Hazy Pale

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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
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2022
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver · 2026
Australian International Beer Awards
★Gold — Australian International Beer Awards
★Silver — Australian International Beer Awards
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
wheatcitrusytropical
wheat
citrusy
tropical
fruity
clean
hoppy
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.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

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
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.

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