Hazy IPAs aren’t cloudy by accident. From wheat and oats to hop timing, yeast selection, and protein chemistry, there’s real science behind that soft, glowing haze. Here’s what’s actually happening inside the glass — and why it changes how the beer tastes.

Cause & Effect Hazy IPA kicks off this year’s Project X Series with a layered blend of Nelson Sauvin, Strata, Galaxy, and Mosaic hops, delivering bright tropical fruit, soft haze, and a clean, balanced finish — paired with original artwork by @fivetimesno.

Every January, beer gets reduced to a simple equation: alcohol plus calories. But that story leaves out the science. From antioxidants and soluble fiber to B vitamins and fermentation byproducts, beer is far more complex than the “empty calories” label suggests. We took a closer look at what’s actually in your glass — and what moderation really means.