{"title":"Haymarket Pub \u0026 Brewery","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"haymarket-hazy-is-lazy-6pk","title":"Haymarket Hazy Is Lazy 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaymarket Hazy Is Lazy 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 6.8% ABV American IPA sold in a six-pack from Chicago-rooted Haymarket Pub \u0026amp; Brewery. Carrying an 86 on BeerAdvocate and a 3.7 rating across more than 8,200 Untappd check-ins, this hybrid IPA bridges the gap between West Coast resinous bitterness and East Coast tropical juiciness in a way that feels deliberate rather than derivative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.8%  |  Origin: Chicago, IL \/ Bridgman, MI  |  Style: American IPA (Hazy Hybrid)  |  Brewery: Haymarket Pub \u0026amp; Brewery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaymarket Pub \u0026amp; Brewery was founded in Chicago, Illinois, drawing its name from the city's storied Haymarket Square. The brewery now operates a production facility at 9301 Red Arrow Highway in Bridgman, Michigan. Hazy Is Lazy is built on a backbone of Simcoe and Citra hops, added both in the kettle and as a dry hop charge. The result is a beer that refuses to pick a coast — it carries the dank, piney resin associated with West Coast IPAs while preserving the soft, juice-forward character of a New England-style haze. The name itself is a nod to the idea that true hop complexity requires more than simply dumping in oats and calling it hazy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Big tangerine and red grapefruit lead, followed by layers of peach, pear, and tropical fruit — pineapple, passion fruit, papaya, and mango all register. A resinous pine undercurrent keeps it grounded and prevents the nose from drifting into pure juice territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is citrus-forward, with fresh grapefruit juice and lemon pith coating the palate. Mid-palate, the Simcoe hops push through with piney, resinous bitterness that gives the beer real structure. The mouthfeel stays smooth and crisp, never heavy despite the haze, and mango and passion fruit notes weave through the bitterness at the peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decidedly bitter and pine-driven, with hop cone character that lingers well past the swallow. A trailing citrus brightness keeps the finish clean and encourages another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Hazy Is Lazy\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour it into a tulip glass or wide-mouthed pint to let those aromatic hops open up; straight from the can works fine for casual sessions, but you lose some of the layered nose. This IPA pairs well in a \u003cstrong\u003eMichelada\u003c\/strong\u003e variation, where its citrus and pine cut through hot sauce and lime. It also holds up in a \u003cstrong\u003eBeer Margarita (Beergarita)\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the tropical fruit character amplifies the tequila-lime base. For a low-effort riff, try a \u003cstrong\u003eShandy\u003c\/strong\u003e with fresh lemonade — the grapefruit and lemon notes in the beer create a natural harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIPA drinkers who want hop bitterness and tropical juice in the same glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer cookouts and backyard grilling sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing West Coast IPA fans to hazy styles without losing the bitter edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a mixed six-pack for a craft beer–curious friend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Hazy Is Lazy taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with citrus juice — grapefruit, tangerine, lemon — then shifts into piney, resinous hop bitterness with tropical fruit undertones of mango and passion fruit. The mouthfeel is smooth and crisp, finishing bitter and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Hazy Is Lazy compare to a traditional West Coast IPA?\u003c\/strong\u003e A straight West Coast IPA typically runs drier and more aggressively bitter with minimal haze, while Hazy Is Lazy retains that pine and resin backbone but layers in tropical juiciness and a softer body associated with East Coast hazy IPAs. It sits squarely between the two styles rather than committing fully to either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hazy Is Lazy good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — at 6.8% ABV it is sessionable enough for multiple pours, and the balance of bitter and juicy keeps it engaging without palate fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Hazy Is Lazy made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hazy Is Lazy is brewed by Haymarket Pub \u0026amp; Brewery, which originated in Chicago, Illinois, and operates a production facility in Bridgman, Michigan along the state's southwestern shore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Hazy Is Lazy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy tacos or Nashville hot chicken — the citrus and bitterness cut through heat and fat. Grilled burgers with sharp cheddar complement the resinous hop character. A citrus-dressed arugula salad mirrors the beer's grapefruit notes. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo the tropical fruit aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Hazy Is Lazy come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is commonly available as a six-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hazy Is Lazy worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hazy Is Lazy positions as a mid-range craft IPA, competitive with other hop-forward six-packs from regional breweries; its hybrid approach and solid community ratings make it a dependable value within the crowded American IPA category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Hazy Is Lazy?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining move here is Haymarket's decision to use Simcoe and Citra in both the kettle and the dry hop, building bitterness and aroma in parallel rather than loading everything into the whirlpool or dry hop alone. That dual-addition approach gives the beer its unusual hybrid identity — pine-forward enough for a West Coast purist, juicy enough for the haze crowd. With more than 8,200 Untappd ratings settling at 3.7 and a BeerAdvocate score of 86, Hazy Is Lazy has earned consistent approval from a broad cross-section of IPA drinkers. In a market flooded with one-note hazy IPAs, this six-pack stands out by insisting that bitterness and juice are not mutually exclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haymarket Pub \u0026 Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838146867369,"sku":"31386","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"haymarket-speakerswagon-pilsner-6pk","title":"Haymarket Speakerswagon Pilsner 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaymarket Speakerswagon Pilsner 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a German-style pilsner brewed in Chicago at 5% ABV, sold in a six-pack format. Brewed with generous additions of classic Saaz hops and imported pilsner malt, this lager earned an 84 on BeerAdvocate and stands out as an authentic take on the style from one of Chicago's most respected brewpubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 5%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: German Pilsner  |  Brewery: Haymarket Beer Co. Pub \u0026amp; Brewery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaymarket Beer Co. Pub \u0026amp; Brewery operates out of Chicago, Illinois, drawing its name from the historic Haymarket Square — a site central to American labor history. Speakerswagon Pilsner is built on a straightforward but uncompromising recipe: imported pilsner malt provides the grain backbone, while heavy-handed Saaz hop additions deliver the signature floral and herbal character. The beer is cold-fermented with authentic lager yeast, a traditional approach that demands patience but produces the clean, crisp profile the German pilsner style requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bready, grainy malt leads the nose, followed by floral and grassy hop notes characteristic of Saaz. A faint lemon zest lifts through as the beer warms slightly in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is clean and crackery, with a lightly toasted biscuit quality from the pilsner malt. Mid-palate brings herbal dankness and a measured hop bitterness that leans slightly vegetal before resolving into a balanced, crisp malt finish. A subtle peppercorn spice weaves through the middle registers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length with a pleasantly lingering bitterness that stays dry without turning astringent. The mouthfeel carries medium carbonation and a light-to-medium body, with a moderately resinous, rindy texture that encourages another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Speakerswagon Pilsner\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour cold into a pilsner flute or tall, narrow glass to concentrate the Saaz hop aromatics and maintain the carbonation. This beer is best enjoyed fresh and unadorned — it does not need a garnish. For cocktail-adjacent serves, Speakerswagon works well in a \u003cstrong\u003eRadler\u003c\/strong\u003e mixed with fresh lemonade for a low-ABV summer drink, a \u003cstrong\u003eShandy\u003c\/strong\u003e blended with ginger beer for added spice, or a classic \u003cstrong\u003eMichelada\u003c\/strong\u003e where its herbal bitterness plays against lime and hot sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard cookouts and grill sessions where a clean, bitter lager cuts through charred meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing friends to traditional German-style pilsners brewed domestically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking a session-friendly beer fridge for weekend afternoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a casual weeknight dinner that calls for something lighter than an IPA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Speakerswagon Pilsner taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Speakerswagon Pilsner delivers a bready, crackery malt base complemented by herbal, floral, and lightly peppery Saaz hop bitterness. It finishes dry and crisp with a pleasant resinous quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Speakerswagon compare to Firestone Walker Pivo Pils?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are American-brewed German-style pilsners, but Speakerswagon leans more heavily on traditional Saaz hops for a classic floral-herbal profile, while Pivo Pils uses German Saphir hops that push the aroma toward a more citrus-forward, modern interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Speakerswagon Pilsner good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — at 5% ABV with a balanced, approachable flavor profile, it serves as an excellent gateway into craft lagers for anyone accustomed to mainstream American pilsners who wants more character without excessive bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Speakerswagon Pilsner made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Speakerswagon Pilsner is brewed at Haymarket Beer Co. Pub \u0026amp; Brewery in Chicago, Illinois, a brewpub named after the city's historic Haymarket Square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Speakerswagon Pilsner?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled bratwurst and sauerkraut mirror its German roots; soft pretzels with spicy mustard complement the malt and hop balance; a simple arugula salad echoes its peppery notes; fried fish or fish tacos benefit from the beer's carbonation and dry finish; and mild, semi-firm cheeses like Havarti match its clean grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Speakerswagon Pilsner come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Speakerswagon Pilsner is commonly available in six-pack format, which is the standard retail configuration for this beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Speakerswagon Pilsner worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Speakerswagon positions as a craft pilsner at a mid-range price point, and it delivers noticeably more hop complexity and malt depth than mass-produced American lagers, making it a solid value for drinkers seeking an honest German-style pils from a local Chicago brewery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Speakerswagon Pilsner?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Speakerswagon from the growing crowd of American-brewed pilsners is its commitment to traditional ingredients and process — imported pilsner malt, generous Saaz hops, and genuine cold-fermented lager yeast rather than shortcuts like warm-fermented \"lager-style\" ales. The result is a beer that drinks with the crispness and herbal bite of a Bohemian original while reflecting the character of its Chicago brewery. With an 84 on BeerAdvocate across nearly 100 reviews, it has built a steady reputation among lager drinkers who value restraint and balance over novelty. For anyone building a well-rounded beer selection, this six-pack fills the essential pilsner slot with genuine quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haymarket Pub \u0026 Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838146932905,"sku":"31385","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/haymarket-pub-brewery.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}