Blue Moon Moon Haze 6Pk Cans is a hazy pale ale brewed with whole dried oranges, available in a six-pack of cans at 5.7% ABV. This expression earned a Gold Medal at the 2020 Great American Beer Festival in the Juicy/Hazy Pale Ale category, beating out 136 competing entries from breweries across the United States.Quick Facts: ABV: 5.7% | Origin: Colorado, USA | Style: Hazy Pale Ale | Brewery: Blue Moon Brewing Company (Molson Coors)Production & HeritageBlue Moon Brewing Company traces its roots to the Sandlot Brewery inside Coors Field in Denver, Colorado, and is now part of the Molson Coors family. Moon Haze is brewed with a grain bill featuring barley malt, wheat, and oats, then finished with whole dried oranges — not just the peel traditionally used in witbiers, but the entire fruit. This approach delivers a bolder, juicier citrus character than the brand's flagship Belgian White and positions Moon Haze squarely in the modern hazy ale movement.Tasting NotesAroma: Heavy citrus and tropical notes lead the nose, with distinct orange, pineapple, and mango layered over a whisper of coconut. The overall impression is bright and inviting, like fresh-cut tropical fruit.Taste: The entry is soft and pillowy from the oat-forward malt bill, giving way to juicy orange and tropical fruit flavors at the mid-palate. A pleasant hop bitterness emerges through the middle, carrying notes of orange rind rather than orange juice, with subtle coconut sweetness rounding out the profile.Finish: The finish moves from a bitter orange character into a slightly tart, almost sour edge that keeps the beer from becoming cloying. A creamy, silky mouthfeel lingers throughout, with residual citrus fading gradually.How to Drink Moon HazeMoon Haze drinks best straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to concentrate the tropical aromatics; serve it well-chilled between 40–45°F. A Beermosa works beautifully here, as the natural orange character pairs seamlessly with fresh orange juice. Try it in a Hazy Shandy by blending it with lemonade, where the creamy body adds depth the typical shandy lacks. It also holds up in a Michelada — the citrus backbone plays well against lime, hot sauce, and tomato juice.Best For Backyard cookouts and summer grilling sessions where a refreshing, citrus-forward beer shines Introducing craft-curious drinkers to the hazy pale ale style with an approachable entry point Pairing with spicy foods like tacos, wings, or Thai takeout Stocking a mixed cooler for game-day gatherings alongside other hazy and wheat styles Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does Moon Haze taste like? Moon Haze delivers juicy orange and tropical fruit flavors — pineapple, mango, and coconut — over a soft, pillowy malt body with a creamy, silky mouthfeel. A hop-driven bitter orange note through the middle keeps it balanced rather than sweet.How does Moon Haze compare to Leinenkugel's Lemon Haze IPA? Both are hazy offerings within the Molson Coors portfolio, but Moon Haze leans into orange and tropical fruit at 5.7% ABV, while Leinenkugel's Lemon Haze IPA centers on lemon citrus notes and typically carries a higher bitterness profile associated with the IPA style. Moon Haze's oat-heavy grain bill also gives it a noticeably creamier texture.Is Moon Haze good for beginners? Moon Haze is an excellent gateway into hazy ales because its bitterness is restrained and the tropical, orange-forward flavors are immediately appealing. The 5.7% ABV is sessionable enough for drinkers still exploring craft beer styles.Where is Moon Haze made? Moon Haze is brewed by Blue Moon Brewing Company, which originated at the Sandlot Brewery inside Coors Field in Denver, Colorado. The brand now operates under the Molson Coors umbrella with production in Colorado.What foods pair well with Moon Haze? Fish tacos work well because the citrus in the beer mirrors a squeeze of fresh lime. Grilled shrimp benefits from the tropical fruit notes echoing the natural sweetness of shellfish. Spicy buffalo wings are balanced by the creamy mouthfeel and bitter orange finish. Thai green curry pairs nicely as the coconut undertones complement coconut milk-based sauces. Orange-glazed pork chops create a natural harmony with the beer's dried orange character.What sizes does Moon Haze come in? Moon Haze is commonly available in six-packs of cans, which is the standard retail format for this expression.Is Moon Haze worth the price? Moon Haze positions as a mainstream-craft hazy pale ale, sitting at an accessible price tier well below most independent craft hazies while delivering a Gold Medal-winning flavor profile. For drinkers who want the hazy style without a craft-premium price, it represents strong value.Why Moon Haze?The 2020 Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal — earned against 136 entries in a fiercely competitive hazy category — is the clearest endorsement of what Moon Haze achieves. The use of whole dried oranges rather than just orange peel sets it apart from both Blue Moon's own Belgian White and the broader landscape of citrus-forward craft beers, delivering deeper, juicier fruit character than typical orange additions. The oat-and-wheat grain bill creates a body that feels genuinely creamy without relying on lactose or other adjuncts. For a widely distributed hazy pale ale at 5.7% ABV, Moon Haze punches well above its weight class in both flavor complexity and drinkability.
