This South Jersey Hazy IPA Was Just Named Most Underrated in 2025

What is the most underrated Hazy IPA?

Well, there are a ton of options out there to choose from, but the popular website VinePair, which is known for content on drinks, culture, and important trends and topics in the wine, beer, and spirits categories, asked 10 brewers for the most underrated hazy IPA of 2025.

The brewers gave their pick for which unsung brands deserve more attention, with one South Jersey hazy IPA making the cut and another nearby spot making the list.

The "Six-Pack Test": Victory’s Brotherly Love

First up, in nearby Downingtown, PA, was Victory Brewing's Brotherly Love Hazy IPA, which is a beer that you can find in some bars and many liquor stores in Southern New Jersey.

“The most underrated hazy IPA on the market is Brotherly Love from Victory Brewing Company. I gravitate toward balanced and drinkable beers, and Brotherly Love hits that every time. It has great hop character, is slightly fruity without being overwhelming, is easy-drinking at 6 percent ABV, and absolutely passes the ‘6-pack test’ (‘can I drink six in one night?’). The price point is approachable, the flavor is consistent, and you can find it almost anywhere with a halfway decent beer selection.”

I have had this beer and many places in the area, and it has good, solid ratings on the Untapped app with an overall rating of 3.68 out of five.

This is a beer you can get at places like Joe Canal's, Black Cat in Absecon, Blue Heron Pines, Maynards in Margate, and many other local spots.

Fuego: The South Jersey Favorite That’s Gaining National Heat

As for the South Jersey hazy IPA to make the list, how about Fuego from Tonewood Brewing in Oaklyn at 215 W Clinton Ave, and Barrington, 50 Clements Bridge Road.

"I had never even heard of Tonewood Brewing before I had this beer, but I was given a can at a beer share and instantly asked my friend where he picked this up. Beautiful color; great carbonation; a taste that lingers on the tongue; and a nose full of grapefruit, lemon, and peaches. Fuego lives up to its name: a solid beer for a friend who has recently ventured into the hazy market. If you are driving through the beautiful Garden State of New Jersey, make a pit stop at their brewery in Barrington. You can also find it distributed in New Jersey and some parts of Pennsylvania.” —Creighton Morris, assistant brewer, Finback Brewing, Queens

This has become one of my favorite beers, and I currently have a six-pack in my fridge.

This beer was first recommended to me during our very popular Happy Hour Friday segment.  Listeners text in some of their favorite beers, or something they will be drinking during the weekend to watch the game, and this one is always popular.

You can get this at many liquor stores in the area, and more and more bars are starting to pick this wonderful beer up.

The Beer That Kicked a Keg in Three Hours

Funny story about this beer.

I was doing a live remote at Urie's in North Wildwood and announced they have Fuego on draft.  About three hours later, the keg was kicked.

You can check out the full list here.

So what is your favorite Hazy IPA in the area?  Let us know in the comments or on the free mobile app.