Craft Beer or Dishwater? American Pale Ale Review. Hazy Jane v Faith v Gamma Ray.

Описание: Welcome back to Thursday Beer Club, and this week we’re bringing you a brand new episode live from the snug 🍻

If you love bold hops, juicy aromas, and modern craft beer, this one’s for you.

In this episode, the Thursday Beer Club crew dives headfirst into the world of American IPA beers, exploring what makes this iconic beer style so popular among craft beer fans. From hazy, fruit-forward flavours to classic West Coast punch, American IPAs continue to dominate tap lists and fridges around the world—and tonight, we’re putting three heavy hitters to the test.

🍺 This Week’s Beer Line-Up

We’re reviewing and comparing three standout American IPAs from some of the UK’s most recognisable craft breweries:

BrewDog – Hazy Jane
A modern classic in the hazy IPA category, BrewDog’s Hazy Jane is known for its juicy mouthfeel, low bitterness, and big tropical fruit character. We break down its aroma, haze, balance, and drinkability to see if it still deserves its cult status.

Northern Monk – Faith
Northern Monk Faith is a fan-favourite New England–style IPA packed with citrus, stone fruit, and soft bitterness. We talk about how Faith represents the evolution of American IPAs in the UK craft scene and whether it lives up to the hype.

Beavertown Brewery – Gamma Ray
A bold, hop-forward American IPA with a more old-school edge, Gamma Ray brings resin, pine, and citrus bitterness to the table. We discuss how it compares to the hazier styles and whether it still holds its own in today’s juice-dominated market.

🍻 What We Cover in This Episode

Throughout the episode, we dig into:
What defines an American IPA
Differences between hazy IPAs and classic American IPAs
Aroma, flavour, mouthfeel, and bitterness
Hop character and balance
Which beer we’d reach for again
How these beers compare side by side

Whether you’re new to craft beer or a seasoned hop head, this episode offers honest opinions, casual banter, and real-world tasting notes you can actually use when choosing your next IPA.

📍 Filmed from the Snug
Recorded in the cosy surroundings of the snug, this episode captures everything Thursday Beer Club is about—good beer, good company, and relaxed conversation. No pretentious tasting jargon, just genuine reactions and a shared love for well-made beer.

👍 Get Involved
If you’ve tried any of these American IPAs, let us know your thoughts in the comments. Which one’s your favourite—Hazy Jane, Faith, or Gamma Ray? Are hazy IPAs still king, or do you prefer a more bitter, traditional American IPA?

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Cheers, and see you next Thursday 🍺

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