Bell's Hazy Hearted IPA 6Pk

Bell's Hazy Hearted IPA 6Pk is a 7.5% ABV hazy India Pale Ale from Bell's Brewery in Michigan, sold in a six-pack of 12 oz cans. An extension of Bell's iconic Two Hearted IPA lineage, Hazy Hearted earned an 87/100 from Craft Beer & Brewing and brings together six hop varieties with a grain bill built for soft, juicy texture.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: Comstock & Kalamazoo, Michigan  |  Style: Hazy IPA  |  Brewery: Bell's Brewery, Inc.

Production & Heritage

Bell's Brewery has operated out of Michigan since 1985, growing into one of the most respected independent craft breweries in the United States. Hazy Hearted combines a blend of American hops — Strata, Citra, Mosaic, and El Dorado — with Australian Galaxy hops, layering tropical and citrus character across multiple dimensions. The grain bill features both oats and wheat alongside traditional malt, creating the pillowy, full-bodied mouthfeel that defines the hazy IPA style. This expression extends the "Hearted" family that began with the legendary Two Hearted Ale, pivoting toward the unfiltered, juice-forward profile that modern hop lovers seek.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Lemon zest and ripe mango hit first, followed by waves of pineapple and a subtle undercurrent of resinous pine. The hop bouquet is intensely tropical without veering into artificial sweetness.

Taste: The entry is soft and juicy, with orange and mango dominating the front palate. Mid-palate brings peach and melon alongside green, leafy hop character. A firm vegetal bitterness emerges toward the peak, grounding the fruit-forward sweetness with a clean IPA backbone.

Finish: Medium-long, with lingering pine and grapefruit pith that balance the residual tropical sweetness. The oat-and-wheat body keeps the finish smooth rather than astringent, fading gently with a final flash of citrus.

How to Drink Hazy Hearted

Pour into a tulip glass or stemless IPA glass at around 45°F to let the aromatics open fully; drinking straight from the can mutes the complex hop bouquet. A Michelada works well with Hazy Hearted's citrus intensity, adding hot sauce and lime to complement the existing tropical notes. A Shandy blending Hazy Hearted with fresh lemonade tames the 7.5% ABV for warm-weather sessions. A Beer-a-Rita (beer margarita) plays off the mango and pineapple character, pairing naturally with tequila and fresh citrus juice.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts and grill sessions where bold flavor holds up to smoky food
• Sharing with a friend who loves Two Hearted and wants to explore the hazy side
• Stocking a craft beer fridge with a reliable, widely available hazy IPA
• Blind tasting nights comparing major brewery hazy IPAs side by side

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hazy Hearted taste like? Hazy Hearted leads with juicy tropical fruit — mango, pineapple, and orange — balanced by a firm hop bitterness and a smooth, pillowy body from its oat-and-wheat grain bill. Pine and grapefruit emerge in the finish to keep the sweetness in check.

How does Hazy Hearted compare to New Belgium Juice Force? Both are hazy, fruit-forward IPAs, but Hazy Hearted sits at 7.5% ABV compared to Juice Force's higher 9.5% ABV, making it more sessionable. At least one reviewer called Hazy Hearted "a significant upgrade" over Juice Force, citing its more balanced bitterness and softer mouthfeel.

Is Hazy Hearted good for craft beer beginners? Its smooth, low-bitterness profile and tropical flavors make it more approachable than many West Coast IPAs, though 7.5% ABV is on the stronger side — newcomers should pace accordingly.

Where is Hazy Hearted made? Hazy Hearted is brewed by Bell's Brewery, which operates facilities in Comstock and Kalamazoo, Michigan. Bell's has been brewing in Michigan since 1985.

What foods pair well with Hazy Hearted? Grilled fish tacos complement the citrus hop character. Spicy Thai curry mirrors the tropical fruit notes while the carbonation cuts through richness. Sharp cheddar contrasts the soft mouthfeel. Jerk chicken echoes the mango and pineapple aromas. Citrus-dressed ceviche aligns naturally with the lemon and orange flavors.

What sizes does Hazy Hearted come in? Hazy Hearted is commonly available in six-packs of 12 oz cans, which is the standard retail format for this expression.

Is Hazy Hearted worth the price? Hazy Hearted positions in the mid-range craft IPA tier, competing directly with nationally distributed hazy IPAs from established breweries. Its 87/100 score from Craft Beer & Brewing and the Bell's pedigree behind it represent solid value for the style.

Why Hazy Hearted?

The six-hop blend of Strata, Citra, Mosaic, Galaxy, El Dorado, and additional varieties gives Hazy Hearted a layered complexity that single- or double-hopped hazy IPAs often lack. Bell's decades-long reputation for hop-forward brewing — built on the back of Two Hearted Ale, one of the most awarded IPAs in American craft beer history — lends real credibility to this hazy extension. The oat-and-wheat grain bill delivers the plush texture the style demands without sacrificing drinkability at 7.5% ABV. For drinkers who want a hazy IPA backed by proven brewing expertise rather than hype alone, Hazy Hearted delivers on substance.