Island Time Hazy IPA

Tasting Notes

This hazy IPA leans into the style's signature soft, pillowy mouthfeel with low bitterness and a juicy, fruit-forward profile. Expect aromas of tropical fruit — think mango, passionfruit, and citrus peel — with a doughy, slightly yeasty undercurrent. The flavor follows through with stone fruit and orange juice notes, finishing with minimal hop bite and a gentle, lingering sweetness. Body is medium and round, with the haze contributing to that characteristic creamy texture.

About the Brewery

Seapine Brewing is based in Seattle, Washington. I don't have detailed records on their founding date or full lineup, but they operate within Seattle's active craft brewing scene. Beyond that, I don't have specific notes on this brewery to share with confidence.

Food Pairings

The juicy, low-bitter character here pairs well with fish tacos, where the citrus notes mirror a lime-forward salsa without overwhelming the delicate fish. Spicy Thai dishes benefit from the beer's soft sweetness, which tempers heat without fighting it. A mango or peach salad with grilled chicken echoes the tropical fruit in the glass. Mild washed-rind cheeses work too, as their funkiness contrasts cleanly against the beer's fruit-forward softness.

Style Guide

Hazy IPA — sometimes called New England IPA or NEIPA — emerged from Vermont and Massachusetts breweries in the early 2010s and quickly became one of craft beer's most dominant styles. It's defined by intentional haze from high-protein grains and heavy dry-hopping, which produces a soft, pillowy texture and intense fruit aroma with restrained bitterness. ABVs typically run 6–8%. It differs from West Coast IPA in that West Coast leans dry, resinous, and bitter, while hazy IPA prioritizes juice-like fruit character and a smooth, almost milkshake-adjacent body.