Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company - Hazy Pale Ale

Jeremiah Johnson designed this beer for hazy-beer fans looking for plenty of hop flavor in a more easy-drinking package. Pouring with the cloudy appearance expected of the style, it offers an expressive fruit-forward aroma driven by a generous addition of Azacca hops. Look for juicy mango to lead the way, joined by broader tropical fruit and bright citrus notes. Those fruity hop aromas carry readily into the flavor, giving the beer plenty of personality without the heft of a stronger hazy IPA. On the palate, expect a smooth, approachable presentation of juicy tropical and citrus character with moderate bitterness providing balance. At 5% ABV, there’s enough body to support the hops while maintaining the easy-drinking quality the brewery intended. For food pairings, its combination of fruitiness and hop character should work nicely with grilled chicken or fish tacos, citrus-marinated shrimp, mildly spicy dishes, or a fresh salad with a bright vinaigrette. 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.