New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze 19.2OZ

New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze 19.2OZ is a hazy IPA brewed by New Belgium Brewing at 7.5% ABV, sold here in a 19.2oz single-serve stacker can. Scoring 88 on BeerAdvocate across over 1,100 ratings, this nationally distributed haze bomb stands out for its unconventional use of an American Hefeweizen yeast strain — a technique rarely seen in the hazy IPA category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  IBU: 42  |  Origin: Fort Collins, Colorado  |  Style: Hazy IPA  |  Brewery: New Belgium Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

New Belgium Brewing Company, founded in 1991 in Fort Collins, Colorado, built its reputation on Fat Tire Amber Ale before launching the Voodoo Ranger line to compete in the modern IPA space. Juicy Haze is brewed using a top-fermentation technique with an American Hefeweizen yeast strain, a departure from the English or American ale yeasts typical in most hazy IPAs. The grain bill combines pale malt, wheat, C-80, and oats for body and haze stability, while a five-hop blend of Citra, Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, and Nugget drives the aromatic intensity. The result lands at 42 IBUs — enough bitterness to provide structure without overwhelming the juicy character the style demands.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an aggressive wave of citrus hops — lemon, orange, lime, and grapefruit layered over tropical guava and pineapple. Behind the hop surge, light grassy notes and a subtle caramel-like malt sweetness round out the bouquet.

Taste: The entry is slightly sweet with ripe tropical fruit and soft wheat character from the oat-heavy grain bill. Mid-palate, the five-hop blend asserts itself with a smooth, building bitterness that balances the fruit-forward sweetness. The medium body carries a pillowy mouthfeel characteristic of well-made hazy IPAs.

Finish: Clean and moderately dry, without the lingering resinous bite found in West Coast styles. The tropical and citrus notes fade gradually, leaving just enough bitterness to invite the next sip.

How to Drink Juicy Haze

Pour into a tulip glass or wide-mouth pint to release the aromatic hop oils — drinking straight from the can mutes much of the tropical nose. Serve cold, around 40–45°F. This beer works well in a Beer-a-Rita (blended with lime juice and a salted rim) for a hop-forward twist on a classic. It also holds its own in a Hoppy Shandy mixed with fresh lemonade, where the citrus hops amplify the lemon. For something unexpected, try a Michelada build — the tropical fruit character and medium body complement the tomato-lime-spice framework.

Best For

• Tailgating and cookouts where the 19.2oz format eliminates the need for a second can
• Introducing lager drinkers to the hazy IPA style through an approachable, nationally available option
• Pairing with spicy food nights — the sweetness and body counter capsaicin heat
• Stocking a variety fridge with recognizable craft brands alongside local picks

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Juicy Haze taste like? Juicy Haze delivers strong tropical and citrus fruit flavors — pineapple, guava, lemon, and grapefruit — balanced by a smooth, moderate bitterness and a clean, dry finish. The medium body and oat-based grain bill give it a soft, pillowy mouthfeel.

How does Juicy Haze compare to Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing? Both are nationally distributed hazy IPAs from established regional breweries, but Juicy Haze runs higher in ABV at 7.5% compared to Hazy Little Thing's 6.7%. Juicy Haze also uses an unconventional hefeweizen yeast strain and a five-hop blend, giving it a more tropical-forward profile, while Hazy Little Thing tends toward a more balanced, slightly more bitter impression.

Is Juicy Haze good for beginners? Yes — its smooth bitterness (42 IBU) and fruit-forward character make it one of the more approachable hazy IPAs on the market, though the 7.5% ABV means the 19.2oz format packs a meaningful punch at roughly 1.6 standard drinks per can.

Where is Juicy Haze made? Juicy Haze is brewed by New Belgium Brewing Company, headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado. New Belgium operates brewing facilities that support nationwide distribution across the United States.

What foods pair well with Juicy Haze? Thai green curry benefits from the tropical hop character matching the coconut and lemongrass flavors. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo the citrus and tropical fruit notes. Spicy buffalo wings are tempered by the beer's medium body and residual sweetness. Sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese contrasts the fruit-forward hops effectively. Grilled pineapple or citrus-glazed pork ribs create a natural bridge with the hop profile.

What sizes does Juicy Haze come in? Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze is available in 12oz cans (typically in 6-packs and 12-packs), the 19.2oz single-serve stacker can featured here, and occasionally in 19.2oz variety packs within the broader Voodoo Ranger lineup.

Is Juicy Haze worth the price? Juicy Haze positions as a mainstream craft hazy IPA — priced competitively against other nationally distributed options like Hazy Little Thing and Blue Moon LightSky. The 19.2oz format offers strong volume per unit, and the 88-point BeerAdvocate score suggests quality that punches above its price tier.

Why Juicy Haze?

The use of an American Hefeweizen yeast strain is the genuine differentiator here — it contributes a subtle fruity ester quality that most hazy IPAs brewed with standard ale yeasts simply cannot replicate. The five-hop combination of Citra, Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, and Nugget creates a layered hop experience rather than the single-note tropical blast common in the style. With an 88 on BeerAdvocate and a 3.8 on Untappd across more than 250,000 ratings, this is one of the most broadly validated hazy IPAs in national distribution. The 19.2oz stacker can format makes it a practical single-serve option that delivers genuine craft complexity without requiring a trip to a specialty bottle shop.