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Crush Hour

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The newest of the core pales, introduced in 2022 as an everyday hazy pale ale at 4.6%. It is delicately hopped rather than punchy: citrus notes over a slight haze, a smooth body and a fresh, well-balanced finish. The brewery positions it as the easy-drinking option in its range, and it is also poured on keg.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession

AWARDS

Silver · 2025
World Beer Awards
★Silver — World Beer Awards
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycleanfruity
citrusy
clean
fruity
tropical
hoppy
juicy
Aroma
Bright citrus notes dominate the nose—grapefruit and orange peel—with subtle tropical fruit undertones that suggest a restrained hop selection.
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Crush Hour

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with a soft, deliberate haze from suspended yeast and protein. The head forms readily and maintains a fine, even lacing around the glass. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, giving the beer a gentle, approachable visual presence.

pale goldendelicate hazefine lacing

◌ Aroma

Bright citrus notes dominate the nose—grapefruit and orange peel—with subtle tropical fruit undertones that suggest a restrained hop selection. Light malt sweetness provides a soft, clean base without asserting itself. The overall aromatic profile is fresh and inviting rather than aggressive.

citrus peeltropical fruitclean malt base

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a smooth, fruit-forward entry that emphasizes the citrus and gentle tropical character of the hops. Mid-palate remains soft and clean, with the malt providing a delicate sweetness that balances the modest bittering. The bitterness is integrated and unobtrusive, allowing the overall drinking experience to feel refreshing and easy.

smooth entrybalanced bitternessjuicy citrus

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and lingering without harshness, leaving a clean citrus note that invites the next sip. Aftertaste fades to a subtle sweetness and dries gradually, maintaining the beer's refreshing character throughout.

clean dryingpersistent citrus
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
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.

Finding a similar Hazy Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hazy, citrusy, smooth-drinking character as Crush Hour will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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