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Passion fruit, limeade, pineapple smoothies, white grape and tropical citrus evolve over the course of a glass. Nelson, Motueka and Galaxy are blended for this double IPA, brewed with oats and a generous helping of white wheat for a creamy body. It pours a pale yellow under a crown of sticky foam rising above the glass; 8.2% ABV.

ABV
8.2%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitytropicalcitrusy
fruity
tropical
citrusy
hoppy
wheat
juicy
Aroma
The nose opens with vibrant passion fruit and white grape, followed by bright citrus notes of limeade and a persistent pineapple character.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Happy Accident

◎ Appearance

Happy Accident presents a pale yellow complexion with excellent clarity, despite its hazy IPA classification. A dense, sticky foam crown rises prominently above the rim and clings to the glass with impressive retention. The carbonation appears gentle, creating a soft visual texture rather than aggressive bubbling.

pale yellowsticky foamexcellent head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant passion fruit and white grape, followed by bright citrus notes of limeade and a persistent pineapple character. Nelson, Motueka and Galaxy hops weave together to create a layered tropical profile that evolves as the beer warms. Subtle grain underpinnings from oats and white wheat provide a soft, creamy backdrop without dominating the aromatics.

passion fruittropical citruswhite grapepineapple smoothie

◐ Taste

The palate delivers juicy tropical fruit and citrus forward, with passion fruit and pineapple leading the charge. A 50 IBU foundation provides restrained bitterness that balances the fruit without sharpness. The oat and white wheat blend creates a full, creamy mouthfeel that amplifies the smoothie-like quality while maintaining refreshing character throughout.

juicy tropicalrestrained bitternesscreamy bodycitrus-forward

◑ Finish

The finish remains dry and refreshing, with lingering citrus and tropical notes fading gradually. A subtle grain sweetness from the wheat persists briefly before the clean, balanced aftertaste concludes.

dry finishlingering tropical notes
83
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
85
Appearance
82
Finish
78
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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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.

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