O’so Brewing Company - Haze Positive

Haze Positive is a hazy IPA that sits at the heart of the O’so Brewing Company core lineup based in Plover, Wisconsin. Brewed as the brewery’s flagship IPA and successor to Hop Snack, this beer reflects years of experimentation and refinement, leaning into the juicy, aromatic character that defines the New England–style hazy IPA trend. It pours a hazy, golden-orange hue with a soft, pillowy head that invites aromas of tropical fruit and citrus hop character. At 6.2% ABV, Haze Positive delivers a smooth, medium-bodied mouthfeel with light bitterness and prominent hop flavor, showcasing juicy notes of mango, pineapple, and citrus backed by gentle, soft resinous points — a balance of fruitiness and drinkability that keeps the profile approachable and refreshing. The recipe incorporates modern hop varieties and is dry-hopped to enhance aromatic intensity without harsh bitterness, emphasizing hop flavor over punchy bitterness. This beer pairs exceptionally well with spicy barbecue, grilled chicken, or citrus-seasoned fish, where its juicy hop character complements bold flavors. It also shines alongside creamy cheeses or citrus-forward salads, making it a versatile choice for gatherings, outdoor meals, or anytime you want a flavorful yet easy-drinking IPA.

O’so Brewing Company, in the small village of Plover, Wisconsin, has quietly become one of the very best breweries in the state. O’so was founded in 2007 by husband-and-wife team Marc and Katina Buttera, who both grew up in Kenosha, Wisconsin. It took a whole lot of steps in-between to get O’so up and running, as Marc and Katina raised two young children while working and going to school. Marc earned a degree in mechanical design and Katina earned hers in accounting, and, after establishing their careers and even moving their family away to Tennessee (for Marc to take a promotion at the foundry he worked for), they realized that something was missing.

As these stories often go: homebrewing soon changed everything. After moving back to the middle of Wisconsin, the couple opened up Point Brew Supply (a beer- and winemaking supply shop) as a side project, which gradually transitioned into a five-year plan to also open O’so Brewing. Since launching, O’so has been one of the fastest growing breweries in the state; their year-round The Big O wheat ale won gold at the Great American Beer Festival in 2015, and their hoppy and sour releases, especially, have made them one of the most influential breweries in Wisconsin. Should you happen to find yourself anywhere near the center of Wisconsin, O’so Brewery’s Tap House offers up an exceptional selection of the brewery’s house beers along with a surprising number of beers from all around the state. As O’so puts it, “Our mission as a Tap House is to promote a ton of great Wisconsin beer.” So: 40 taps in total, including 20–25 of their own, and the Tap House regularly highlights members of the Wisconsin Brewers Guild. Additionally, their Amore Kitchen features pizzas and more. For more info on O’so, visit www.osobrewing.com.