Stone Brewing has just released ther newest beer, the Stone Hazy IPA! This delicious craft beer is now available nationwide in 12oz six-pack cans and on draft. For those who are unfamiliar with Stone Brewing, they are the 9th largest craft brewer in the United States and are based out of San Diego.
The Stone Hazy IPA is a juicy and creamy beer full of citrus notes like orange, lemon, melon, mango and pineapple. It is incredibly smooth to drink and very easy to enjoy. What makes this IPA special is that it is also brewed with lemony and spicy Lemondrop and El Dorado hop varietals which makes it gluten-free. The beer has a yellow-orange hue and looks slightly hazy when poured into a glass.
Many have compared this IPA to other popular hazy IPAs such as Sierra Nevada's Hazy Little Thing, Firestone Walker's Mind Haze IPA, Rogue Batsquatch Hazy IPA, DDH Juicy Bits, Old Nation M-43, Two Roads Two Juicy Hazy Double IPA and Lagunitas' Hazy Memory Hazy IPA. We encourage you to give Stone Brewing's newest brew a try as it is sure to satisfy any hop lover's taste buds!
Brewing Location of Stone Hazy IPA
Stone Hazy IPA is brewed in San Diego, California by Stone Brewing. Stone Brewing was founded in 1996 and is located in the heart of San Diego's craft brewing scene. The brewery has grown to become one of the largest craft breweries in the United States, producing a variety of popular craft beers including their flagship Stone IPA. Stone Hazy IPA is brewed using premium malts, hops, and yeast with a combination of traditional and modern brewing techniques. It features tropical fruit flavors and aromas that make it an ideal choice for hop-lovers everywhere.
Tasting Notes for Stone Hazy IPA
Stone Hazy IPA is a refreshing and flavorful beer with an aroma of citrus and tropical fruits. Upon tasting, you will notice juicy and creamy notes of orange, lemon, melon, mango, and pineapple that balance out the hops. The beer has a smooth overall taste that is easy to drink.
Is Stone Delicious IPA Hazy?
Yes, Stone Delicious IPA is slightly hazy. It features a yellow-orange hue and has a juicy, hop-forward flavor. As the beer is brewed with Lemondrop and El Dorado hop varietals, the hazy appearance is to be expected.
The Highest Rated Hazy IPA
The highest rated Hazy IPA acording to BeerAdvocate's rankings is the DDH Juicy Bits from the Other Half Brewing Company in Brooklyn, New York. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 4,000 reviews, this 8.0% alcohol-by-volume beer is brewed with a combination of Citra and Mosaic hops for a juicy flavor and aroma with notes of passion fruit and citrus. Its hazy appearance is due to the dry-hopping process that adds additional hop flavors and aromas to the beer. The DDH Juicy Bits has a soft mouthfeel with low bitterness and a smooth finish making it a popular choice among craft beer enthusiasts.
The Popularity of Hazy IPA
Hazy IPAs have become increasingly popular due to their unique flavor and mouthfeel. Haze is created when yeast and proteins form suspended particles in the beer, creating a much thicker body than traditional IPAs. This gives Hazy IPAs a smooth, creamy texture that many find more enjoyable than their clear counterparts. In addition to the thick body, Hazy IPAs also have a reduced perceived bitterness and enhanced hop aroma and flavor. These characteristics make them particularly desirable for those who enjoy intense hoppy flavors with a smooth finish.
Conclusion
Stone Brewing's Hazy IPA is a delicious and refreshing beer that is sure to please any craft beer lover. It has plnty of juicy and creamy notes of orange, lemon, melon, mango and pineapple, all balanced out by the lemony and spicy Lemondrop and El Dorado hop varietals. This hazy yellow-orange IPA is smooth and easy to drink, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a flavorful craft beer that won't overpower their palate. Stone Brewing's Hazy IPA is now available nationwide in 12oz six-pack cans and on draft, making it one of the most accessible options for craft beer lovers across the United States.
