Art History Major Hazyish 4Pk

Art History Major Hazyish 4Pk is a 6% ABV New England-style hazy IPA from Art History Brewing in Geneva, Illinois, sold as a four-pack. Brewed by a brewery VinePair named one of the 30 Best Breweries in the U.S. for 2024, Major Hazyish carries a 4.04 out of 5 on BeerAdvocate and a 3.9 on Untappd across more than 2,600 ratings — consistent praise that speaks to its drinkability and balance.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6%  |  Origin: Geneva, Illinois, USA  |  Style: Hazy IPA  |  IBU: 35  |  Brewery: Art History Brewing

Production & Heritage

Art History Brewing operates out of Geneva, Illinois, a Fox River Valley town about 45 miles west of Chicago. Major Hazyish is built on a grain bill of Golden Promise malt and flaked wheat — the former contributing biscuity depth, the latter lending the protein-rich haze and pillowy body the style demands. The hop schedule features Citra, Mosaic, and Loral, a trio that layers tropical punch over herbal and floral undertones. At 35 IBU, the bitterness is deliberately restrained. The name "Hazyish" signals the brewery's intent: this sits firmly in the New England IPA tradition without pushing into the ultra-turbid, milkshake-thick territory that defines the style's extremes.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe mango and guava arrive first, followed by bright citrus peel and a faint resinous pine note. A soft, bready malt backbone sits underneath, keeping the fruit from drifting into candy territory.

Taste: The entry is juicy and immediately tropical — pineapple and orange citrus lead, supported by a subdued doughy sweetness from the Golden Promise malt. Mid-palate, earthy and herbal hop character emerges alongside hints of berry fruit and mineral water crispness. The balance between fruit-forward hops and restrained bitterness is the defining quality here.

Finish: Moderately creamy with appropriate carbonation, the finish carries lingering citrus peel and a touch of resinous pine. It fades cleanly without sticky sweetness, encouraging the next sip.

How to Drink Major Hazyish

Pour into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to concentrate the aromatics — temperature around 45°F is ideal. This beer is designed to drink fresh and unadorned; chilled from the can works just as well for casual sessions. For cocktail-adjacent options: use it in a Beermosa with fresh-squeezed orange juice, where its tropical fruit amplifies the citrus; try a Michelada riff with lime, hot sauce, and Tajín to contrast the soft mouthfeel with spice; or build a Shandy with homemade lemonade, where Major Hazyish's low bitterness blends seamlessly.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts and warm-weather afternoon drinking sessions
• Introducing hop-curious friends to the hazy IPA style without overwhelming bitterness
• Pairing with grilled or smoked foods where tropical fruit and malt complement char
• Gifting to craft beer enthusiasts exploring top-rated Midwest breweries

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Major Hazyish taste like? Major Hazyish delivers juicy tropical fruit — mango, pineapple, and guava — balanced by a soft bready malt sweetness and gentle citrus peel bitterness. The mouthfeel is moderately creamy and pillowy, characteristic of the hazy IPA style, with a clean finish.

How does Major Hazyish compare to Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing? Both are hazy IPAs in the 6–6.7% ABV range, but Major Hazyish leans softer and more tropical with its Citra-Mosaic-Loral hop combination and Golden Promise malt base. Hazy Little Thing tends to be more citrus-forward with sharper bitterness and a grainier body.

Is Major Hazyish good for beginners? Yes — at 6% ABV and just 35 IBU, it lands on the approachable side of the hazy IPA spectrum with restrained bitterness and a fruit-forward character that doesn't demand an experienced palate. Its creamy mouthfeel and clean finish make it a strong gateway into the style.

Where is Major Hazyish made? Major Hazyish is brewed by Art History Brewing in Geneva, Illinois, a small city in the Fox River Valley roughly 45 miles west of Chicago. Art History Brewing was recognized by VinePair as one of the 30 Best Breweries in the U.S. for 2024.

What foods pair well with Major Hazyish? Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa mirror the beer's tropical hop character. Spicy Thai green curry benefits from the soft mouthfeel and low bitterness. A sharp cheddar or aged gouda contrasts the creamy body. Fish and chips work well, as the citrus notes cut through fried richness. Fresh poke bowls with avocado and sesame echo the beer's juicy, clean profile.

What sizes does Major Hazyish come in? Major Hazyish is available as a four-pack of cans, which is Art History Brewing's standard package format for this expression.

Is Major Hazyish worth the price? Major Hazyish positions as a craft-priced hazy IPA from a nationally recognized small brewery, and its consistent ratings above 3.9 on major platforms suggest it delivers strong value within the style. For drinkers who appreciate a balanced, not-too-extreme hazy IPA, it justifies its craft four-pack price tier.

Why Major Hazyish?

What separates Major Hazyish from the crowded hazy IPA field is intentional restraint. Art History Brewing uses Golden Promise — a premium Scottish barley malt more commonly associated with single malt Scotch whisky — to build a biscuity, structured base rather than relying purely on oats and adjuncts for body. The Citra, Mosaic, and Loral hop combination hits a wide aromatic range without collapsing into one-note juice-bomb territory. Coming from a brewery VinePair placed among the country's 30 best in 2024, this is a Midwest-brewed hazy IPA that earns attention through balance and drinkability rather than hype.