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What is a NEIPA? The Hazy IPA Everyone’s Talking About

Crank the Juice Hazy NEIPA in glass – juicy IPA example

The Juice Bomb That Took Over the Beer World

Let’s get this out of the way: what is a NEIPA and why does everyone love it?

This unfiltered, hazy India Pale Ale style is soft, fruity, and explosively aromatic. Built on late hopping and smooth mouthfeel, it’s a fresh take on what an IPA can be.


NEIPA vs. Traditional IPA: Key Differences

Feature Classic IPA NEIPA
Appearance Clear, amber Hazy, bright yellow
Bitterness High and dry Low and juicy
Aroma Pine, resin Mango, citrus, tropical
Texture Crisp or dry Soft, smooth, pillowy

Traditional IPAs are sharp tools. NEIPAs? Soft hammers—full force, no sting.

➡️ Related read: What is a IPA beer?


How the Haze Happens

That iconic NEIPA cloudiness comes from a few clever brewing choices:

  • For example, oats and wheat for body

  • No filtration or fining

  • Dry hopping during fermentation

  • Carefully selected estery yeast strains

It’s controlled chaos in the glass—and that’s exactly the point.


Flavor Notes You Can Expect

Think fruit basket meets machine oil. A great NEIPA offers:

  • Mango

  • Peach and melon

  • Citrus peel

  • Occasional hints of coconut or pineapple

  • Many more, the sky is the limit!

Perfect for hop lovers who crave flavor but without the classic bitterness.


Why Moersleutel Brews NEIPAs That Matter

We don’t follow trends—we break them open and build new ones. NEIPAs are our playground for experimenting with:

  • Massive hop volumes

  • Unique yeast profiles

  • Wild, bold collaborations

💡 Try one of our hazy double IPAs on your next tasting box: here


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Final Thoughts

So what is a NEIPA really? It’s a juicy rebellion. A softer IPA built on hops, haze, and heart.
If you’re ready to try one, get something brewed by people who love hops as much as you do.

Because at Moersleutel, we don’t just follow the recipe—we modify the machine.

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