Baylands Idaho Haze Pale Ale (5.8%)

Idaho is America’s 14^th largest state and more famous for its potato crop than its hops harvest…well, that’s until now!  Idaho 7^TM is the first hop release from Jackson Farms located just outside the Boise, Idaho’s capital.  The team at Baylands Brewing in Wellington have smashed together a beautiful mix of Idaho 7^TM, Citra and Centennial hops to create this light, easy drinking hazy pale ale. Orange, tangerine and mandarin flavours dance neatly across the palate backed up by a strong pine resin finish which really appealed.  At 5.8% ABV this beer still packs a decent punch so I suggest drinking the beer slowly taking time to savour those big, tropical flavours of the US.