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New Hazy Pacific Session Ale / mid-strength
The New Hazy Pacific Session Ale is a mid-strength Australian Pacific Ale brewed with Tasmanian Galaxy hops on a light malt and wheat malt extract base.
Extract
3.7-3.9% ABV , Hazy Pacific Session Ale
Makes 21L
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New Hazy Pacific Session Ale / mid-strength
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The details
The New Hazy Pacific Session Ale is a mid-strength Australian Pacific Ale brewed with Tasmanian Galaxy hops on a light malt and wheat malt extract base. At 3.7–3.9% ABV it's genuinely sessionable — but the Galaxy dry-hop ensures the tropical aromas are as vivid as any full-strength equivalent. Passionfruit, citrus, and a soft golden haze from the wheat malt. Light enough to drink all afternoon, interesting enough to actually want to.
The New Hazy Pacific Session Ale is a mid-strength Australian Pacific Ale brewed with Tasmanian Galaxy hops on a light malt and wheat malt extract base. At 3.7–3.9% ABV it's genuinely sessionable — but the Galaxy dry-hop ensures the tropical aromas are as vivid as any full-strength equivalent. Passionfruit, citrus, and a soft golden haze from the wheat malt. Light enough to drink all afternoon, interesting enough to actually want to.
Why dry-hopping makes the difference at lower ABV
The challenge with mid-strength beer is keeping the flavour alive when alcohol levels are lower. This kit solves it by adding Galaxy as a dry-hop — after fermentation, when there's no heat to drive off the delicate tropical oils. The result is a hop aroma that's disproportionately vivid for the ABV: passionfruit and citrus that comes through clearly from the moment you crack the bottle.
The wheat malt in the grain bill contributes the characteristic soft protein haze and a gentle body that carries the hop character well. Light golden-orange in the glass, clean and crisp on the finish. Brewed for 21 litres.
What's in the box
- Light malt and wheat malt extract blend (fermentable base, soft body, natural protein haze)
- Tasmanian Galaxy hop pellets — added as a dry-hop (preserves maximum tropical and citrus aroma)
- Brewery-grade ale yeast (clean fermentation at session strength)
- Full step-by-step brew day instructions including dry-hop timing
Technical specs
- Style: Mid-strength Australian Pacific Ale
- ABV: 3.7–3.9%
- IBU: [TBC — confirm with supplier]
- EBC: [TBC — confirm with supplier]
- Original Gravity: 1.035
- Final Gravity: 1.008–1.010
- Fermentation temp: 18–23°C
- Batch volume: 21 litres (approx. 55 × 330ml stubbies or 28 × 750ml longnecks)
- Method: Malt extract kit with dry-hop addition
- Difficulty: Beginner–Intermediate
- Ready to drink: 3–4 weeks from brew day
Flavour profile
- Aroma: Tropical passionfruit and citrus from Galaxy — vivid and fresh
- Appearance: Golden hazy orange with a soft white head
- Flavour: Gentle malt sweetness from the wheat base; tropical hop character takes centre stage
- Mouthfeel: Light, clean, and crisp — very sessionable
- Finish: Clean and refreshing with minimal residual bitterness
Who this kit suits
- Home brewers who want a mid-strength beer that actually tastes like it was made with care
- Long session days — BBQs, cricket, anything that runs from lunch to sunset
- Anyone who's been disappointed by thin, flavourless mid-strength — this isn't that
- A good introduction to dry-hopping without the complexity of a full-strength IPA
Hamish's verdict
The dry-hop window matters here — add the Galaxy with 2–3 days left in fermentation rather than waiting until it's completely finished. At lower ABV, the yeast activity helps circulate the hops through the beer and you get better extraction. Keep fermentation at the cooler end of the range and don't rush the bottle conditioning — mid-strength beers benefit from the extra patience.
Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team — June 2026. Last updated: June 2026.
What's In The Kit
- Light malt and wheat malt extract blend: fermentable base, soft body, natural protein haze
- Tasmanian Galaxy hop pellets — added as a dry-hop: preserves maximum tropical and citrus aroma
- Brewery-grade ale yeast: clean fermentation at session strength
- Full step-by-step brew day instructions including dry-hop timing
Brew Specs
- Style: Mid-strength Australian Pacific Ale
- ABV: 3.7–3.9%
- IBU: 20
- Colour (EBC): 6
- Original Gravity: 1.035
- Final Gravity: 1.008–1.010
- Fermentation temp: 18–23°C
- Batch volume: 21 litres: approx. 55 × 330ml stubbies or 28 × 750ml longnecks
- Difficulty: Beginner–Intermediate
- Ready to drink: 3–4 weeks from brew day
- Method: Malt extract kit with dry-hop addition
Flavour Profile
Aroma: Tropical passionfruit and citrus from Galaxy — vivid and fresh
Appearance: Golden hazy orange with a soft white head
Flavour: Gentle malt sweetness from the wheat base; tropical hop character takes centre stage
Mouthfeel: Light, clean, and crisp — very sessionable
Finish: Clean and refreshing with minimal residual bitterness
Appearance: Golden hazy orange with a soft white head
Flavour: Gentle malt sweetness from the wheat base; tropical hop character takes centre stage
Mouthfeel: Light, clean, and crisp — very sessionable
Finish: Clean and refreshing with minimal residual bitterness
Who it's for
Home brewers who want a mid-strength beer that actually tastes like it was made with care
Long session days — BBQs, cricket, anything that runs from lunch to sunset
Anyone who's been disappointed by thin, flavourless mid-strength — this isn't that
A good introduction to dry-hopping without the complexity of a full-strength IPA
Long session days — BBQs, cricket, anything that runs from lunch to sunset
Anyone who's been disappointed by thin, flavourless mid-strength — this isn't that
A good introduction to dry-hopping without the complexity of a full-strength IPA
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Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
What makes this a session ale?
Session ales are brewed for drinkability, typically under 4.5% ABV, with enough hop and malt character to be interesting but light enough to have a few without feeling heavy. They often ferment and condition slightly faster than higher ABV beers and suit the Australian summer, but are a popular choice for all seasons.
What hops are in this kit and what do they taste like?
The hop varieties are listed in the product description above. Australian hop varieties like Galaxy, Ella, Eclipse, and Cascade produce tropical, citrus, and stone fruit characters. American varieties like Chinook and Centennial lean more resinous and piney. The specs section above lists IBUs, which gives you a guide to bitterness intensity.
What is a malt extract recipe kit?
A malt extract kit provides the main fermentable sugars in a concentrated liquid or dry form, already converted from grain at a commercial brewery. You add water, yeast, hops, then ferment. It skips the grain mashing step, which cuts brew day down to about 30 to 45 minutes while still producing full-flavoured craft beer.
What is the difference between an extract kit and a fresh wort kit?
A fresh wort kit (FWK) delivers pre-brewed, unfermented wort in a bag, ready to pour straight into the fermenter and pitch yeast. No heating required. An extract kit requires you to dissolve the malt in hot water and add hops at various stages, which takes about 30 to 45 minutes. FWKs produce brewery-fresh flavour with almost zero work.
What equipment do I need to brew this kit?
You need a 30-litre fermenter with an airlock, a hydrometer, a thermometer, a long-handled spoon, a bottle capper, crown seals, and bottles. A no-rinse sanitiser is essential. AHB stocks no-rinse sanitiser specifically for home brewing. AHB starter kits include all of this in one bundle if you are starting from scratch.
How long from brew day to first drink?
Allow 4 to 6 weeks total. Fermentation takes 7 to 14 days depending on temperature. After bottling, the beer needs at least 2 to 3 weeks to condition and carbonate. Most kits are at their best around week 5 or 6.
Can a beginner brew this kit?
Yes. Extract recipe kits are the most approachable entry point to home brewing. The malt extract is already prepared, so there is no grain mashing or complex calculations involved. Follow the step-by-step instructions included and you will produce a solid result on your first brew.
Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
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