Alice 5.0 — The Birra Gaia Hazy IPA You Must Try
There is a beer named after a literary character, with collectible packaging and an aromatic profile that transports you straight to a tropical garden. It’s called Alice 5.0, produced by Birra Gaia in Carate Brianza, and it’s one of the most interesting Italian Hazy IPAs of recent years. Here’s why it’s worth getting to know — and ordering.
Who is Birra Gaia
Birra Gaia was born in Carate Brianza, in the heart of Lombardy’s Brianza region, from a genuine passion for Italian craft beer. Over the years, the brewery has built a solid reputation in the national craft scene, with beers recognized for quality, consistency, and a strong visual identity. Alice 5.0 is one of their flagship products — and it shows.
What is a Hazy IPA (and why Alice 5.0 does it well)
The Hazy IPA — or New England IPA (NEIPA) — is the style that revolutionized the world of hopped beers in the last decade. Compared to classic IPAs, it focuses on:
- Haze — a cloudy appearance, almost like fruit juice
- Low bitterness — no harshness, just fruit
- Creamy, velvety texture — soft body, almost chewy
- Aromatic explosion — cold-hopped to release all their fruity potential
Alice 5.0 embodies this style precisely: 6% vol., 33cl can, and a profile that leaves no room for compromise.
The Sensory Profile
On the nose it bursts with intense tropical notes of lychee, pineapple, and fresh citrus — the kind of aroma that makes you want to open it even before pouring it into the glass. On the palate it wins you over with a soft, velvety body, low bitterness, and a refreshing, drinkable finish that invites the next sip. A NEIPA accessible even to those new to IPAs.
The Packaging: a Work of Art
The Alice 5.0 can is inspired by the world of Alice in Wonderland — recognizable, iconic, collectible. Packaging that tells a story even before you taste it, making it perfect as a gift for a craft beer enthusiast.
When and How to Drink It
Alice 5.0 is a versatile beer: perfect as a summer aperitif, great at the table with Asian cuisine, tacos, craft burgers, or fresh cheeses. Serve between 6 and 8°C, in a tulip or pint glass to enhance the aroma. Avoid shaking it — the haze is natural, not a flaw.
Order It Now on Maltese
Alice 5.0 is available on Maltese.beer with fast shipping in 24-48h across Italy, careful packaging, and temperature-controlled storage.
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