Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company - Hazy IPA

Jeremiah Johnson describes this brew as “super juicy,” and tropical fruit is firmly at the center of the experience. Expect a hazy appearance and an expressive hop aroma dominated by ripe tropical fruit, with the kind of juicy character that defines contemporary hazy IPAs. Unlike aggressively bitter old-school IPAs, the emphasis here is on bringing the fruit-forward hop expression to the forefront while keeping the bitterness controlled and approachable. That combination becomes especially apparent on the palate, where lush tropical fruit character meets enough IPA bitterness to provide structure without an overly sharp bite. At 7.3% ABV, this is the biggest of the three featured beers, offering considerably more strength while maintaining a smooth and inviting profile. Its juicy hop character should pair nicely with spicy tacos, Thai or Vietnamese dishes, grilled chicken, barbecue, or sharp cheddar. Spicy foods in particular can provide a flavorful counterpoint to the beer’s tropical character. Cheers!

Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company was born in early 2018 when founder Jeremiah Johnson took the leap into the brewing business after years spent in sales, marketing, economic development, and real estate development. A Montana State University graduate with a longtime entrepreneurial streak, Johnson put his own name on the brewery and set out to build a distinctly Montana beer company. The brewery operates its production facility in Great Falls and has built its identity around straightforward, approachable craft beer and the agricultural resources of its home state.

Montana plays a central role in the brewery’s philosophy. Jeremiah Johnson emphasizes locally sourced ingredients from Montana’s Golden Triangle, an agricultural region known for its barley production, while describing its mission as making world-class, “no-nonsense” craft beer. The brewery also emphasizes supporting local communities and celebrating the ingredients grown in its backyard. Its current year-round lineup covers a broad range of approachable styles, from Blonde Ale and Honey Weizen to Mountain Man Scotch Ale, Vanilla Porter, Citra IPA, and the two hazy, hop-forward beers featured here.