Pipeworks Set Phasers to Haze 4Pk

Pipeworks Set Phasers to Haze 4Pk is a 7.5% ABV hazy India Pale Ale brewed with Galaxy hops, sold as a four-pack of 16oz cans. Brewed in Chicago by Pipeworks Brewing Company, this single-hop hazy IPA channels the unmistakable tropical punch that Galaxy hops are known for, earning a strong 4.0 out of 5 rating on Untappd across hundreds of reviews.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Hazy IPA  |  Brewery: Pipeworks Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Pipeworks Brewing Company operates out of the Hermosa neighborhood on Chicago's northwest side and has built a reputation for inventive, hop-forward releases since its founding in 2012 by Beejay Oslon and Gerrit Lewis. Set Phasers to Haze spotlights Galaxy hops — an Australian variety prized for its intense tropical and stone-fruit aromatics — as the sole featured hop in this hazy IPA. The result is a beer that leans into the soft, full-bodied mouthfeel characteristic of the New England IPA tradition while letting a single hop variety take center stage.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe tropical fruit leads immediately, with mango and pineapple dominating the nose. A secondary wave of stone fruit and a gentle floral dankness rounds out the aromatics.

Taste: The first sip delivers a juicy burst of orange and mango puree, giving way to a mid-palate layered with pineapple, melon, and soft stone fruit. The bitterness is restrained, allowing the fruit-forward hop character to stay front and center without veering into harshness.

Finish: Medium in length with a pillowy, slightly resinous texture and lingering notes of tropical fruit pith. A gentle herbal dankness from the Galaxy hops closes things out cleanly.

How to Drink Set Phasers to Haze

Pour into a tulip glass or stemless IPA glass at around 40–45°F to fully release the aromatic oils in the Galaxy hops; drinking straight from the can shortchanges the nose considerably. This is a beer designed to be enjoyed fresh — check the canning date and drink it within 60 to 90 days for peak hop expression. While hazy IPAs are typically consumed on their own, Set Phasers to Haze works well alongside casual food settings where its tropical brightness can complement or contrast rich, savory dishes.

Best For

• Introducing a hop-curious friend to the hazy IPA style
• Backyard cookouts where bold, fruity flavor holds up to grilled meats
• Building a Chicago craft beer tasting flight alongside other local releases
• A Friday night four-pack session when you want something juicy and substantial

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Set Phasers to Haze taste like? It delivers a juicy, fruit-forward profile dominated by mango, pineapple, orange, and stone fruit, with a soft body and restrained bitterness typical of the hazy IPA style.

How does Set Phasers to Haze compare to other Galaxy hop IPAs? Galaxy-hopped hazy IPAs are popular across many craft breweries, but Pipeworks' version leans heavily into the stone-fruit and mango side of the hop's profile rather than emphasizing citrus or resin. At 7.5% ABV, it sits in the mid-range for the style, balancing drinkability with enough body to feel substantial.

Is Set Phasers to Haze good for someone new to hazy IPAs? Yes — its low bitterness and approachable tropical fruit character make it an accessible entry point into the style, though at 7.5% ABV it is not a session beer.

Where is Set Phasers to Haze made? It is brewed by Pipeworks Brewing Company in the Hermosa neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, a brewery that has been producing inventive craft beers since 2012.

What foods pair well with Set Phasers to Haze? Fish tacos with mango salsa mirror the beer's tropical notes; spicy Thai green curry benefits from the soft body tempering the heat; grilled chicken with citrus glaze complements the hop-driven fruit character; sharp aged cheddar provides a savory counterpoint; and pork carnitas with pineapple echo the stone-fruit aromatics.

What sizes does Set Phasers to Haze come in? It is commonly available as a four-pack of 16oz cans, which is the standard format for most Pipeworks Brewing releases.

Is Set Phasers to Haze worth the price? It positions in the mid-tier range for craft hazy IPAs, and the single-hop Galaxy focus gives it a clear identity that justifies its price point among comparable 16oz four-packs from established craft breweries.

Why Set Phasers to Haze?

The single-hop approach is what sets this beer apart — rather than blending multiple hop varieties, Pipeworks isolates Galaxy to showcase everything that Australian hop can do in a hazy format. That decision gives the beer a coherent, focused tropical profile that many multi-hop hazy IPAs lack. With a 4.0 Untappd rating across hundreds of reviews, it has quietly built a loyal following among Chicago craft beer drinkers and hazy IPA fans more broadly. For anyone who appreciates Galaxy hops or wants to understand what a single variety can contribute on its own, this is a direct and well-executed demonstration.