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Njord

Netherlands·Hazy Pale Ale
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Fresh, fruity and very easy to drink: Njord is a hazy pale ale loaded with oats and Ekuanot hops, with a tropical fruit streak running through the glass. Walhalla names it after the Norse god of the sea, who is said to enjoy a pour like this after every adventure. A soft, cloudy 5.0% that stays fruity from first sip to last.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitytropicalhoppy
fruity
tropical
hoppy
juicy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright tropical fruit notes—pineapple and stone fruit—delivered by the Ekuanot hops.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Njord

◎ Appearance

Njord presents a pale golden body with a distinctly hazy, opaque character created by suspended yeast and oat additions. A soft, persistent white head forms with moderate carbonation evident throughout. The cloudiness is integral to the beer's identity, diffusing the light in a way typical of the style.

pale goldennaturally hazysoft white headoat-driven turbidity

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical fruit notes—pineapple and stone fruit—delivered by the Ekuanot hops. Beneath sits a gentle, grainy Malz foundation from the oat bill, contributing a subtle softness without sweetness. Herbal and citrus notes add further complexity without aggressive hop intensity.

tropical fruitEkuanot hop charactergrainy oatscitrus and herbal

◐ Taste

On the palate, juicy tropical fruit dominates from entry through mid-palate, with a smooth, almost creamy mouthfeel from the oats. Bitterness remains restrained at 25 IBU, serving as a gentle anchor rather than a focal point. The finish maintains fruitiness without harshness, staying refreshing and light.

juicy tropicalsoft oat bodybalanced bitternessfruit-forward throughout

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with tropical fruit notes lingering pleasantly without astringency. The low alcohol (5.0%) and moderate IBU ensure an easy, refreshing conclusion that invites another sip.

clean dry finishlingering fruithighly drinkable
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
76
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

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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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