About This Beer
Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing is one of the defining beers of the modern hazy IPA movement, brewed unfiltered to capture juicy hop character in a soft and flavour-packed New England IPA. At 6.7% ABV, this craft beer delivers bold citrus, tropical fruit, and smooth body, making it a standout for anyone exploring craft beer Dublin or looking for craft beer delivered across Ireland.
Brewed by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Hazy Little Thing is packed with hop flavour while staying approachable and easy to enjoy. Its unfiltered nature helps retain the full hop aroma and soft texture that define the style. Expect bright notes of orange, grapefruit, mango, and pineapple, supported by gentle pine and a smooth malt base. The result is a juicy ipa beer that feels fresh, rounded, and balanced rather than harsh or overly bitter.
For fans of hop-forward styles, this beer is a benchmark example of how approachable and flavourful a hazy IPA can be. If you enjoy juicy, aromatic beers with a soft finish, discover more in our IPA & Pale Ale range, where you will find more modern hop-led favourites.
Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Cloudy golden-orange with a thick, creamy white head.
- Aroma: Orange, grapefruit, mango, pineapple, and light floral notes.
- Flavour: Juicy citrus and tropical fruit balanced by gentle pine and soft malt sweetness.
- Mouthfeel: Smooth and pillowy with medium body and a juicy, refreshing finish.
About the Brewery
Founded in 1980 in Chico, California, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is one of the most influential breweries in modern craft beer. Best known for its iconic Pale Ale, the brewery helped shape the global craft beer movement through bold hop use, consistent quality, and a strong focus on flavour.
Hazy Little Thing shows Sierra Nevada’s ability to evolve with modern beer trends while staying true to its brewing standards. Rather than simply chasing haze, this beer delivers a carefully balanced version of the New England IPA style, combining expressive hops with clean brewing and reliable drinkability.
Its global popularity makes it a strong choice for both new craft beer drinkers and experienced IPA fans. It is a great example of American brewing influence and a useful comparison point for anyone exploring the wider Craft Beer & Craft Cider collection available from TheCru.ie.
Food Pairings
Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing is highly versatile with food thanks to its juicy hop profile and soft bitterness. It pairs especially well with spicy dishes such as Thai curry, Mexican tacos, buffalo wings, and spicy chicken burgers, where the citrus and tropical fruit notes help balance heat.
It also works beautifully with BBQ chicken, loaded fries, pizza, and grilled seafood. The beer’s smooth malt base gives enough body to handle richer dishes, while its bright hop character keeps everything fresh. For cheese pairings, try goat’s cheese, mild cheddar, or creamy cheeses that benefit from a citrus-led contrast.
For dessert, citrus cheesecake, mango sorbet, or pineapple-based desserts echo the beer’s tropical fruit notes without overwhelming the palate.
Try More Like This
If you enjoy the juicy haze of Hazy Little Thing, take a look through our IPA & Pale Ale range for more hop-forward beers. You can also discover more international and Irish favourites in our Craft Beer & Craft Cider collection, including Belgian Beer, German Beer, Irish Craft Beer, and standout beers from around the world.
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