Yeah, I find many hazy IPAs too sweet in their pursuit of juiciness. The ones we had at the Alchemist, Hill Farmstead, and Lawson's set a bar to strive for.
Sip of Sunshine is a classic here.
Heady Topper was a game changer and considered the OG hazy.
I actually really prefer the sweeteners and aromatics that are picked up by dry hopping rather than using a sweeter malt bill.
The more traditional US or East coast IPAs with more of a malty presence almost taste acrid to me. While I don't love a juice bomb, I cannot stand a super malty IPA.
If you're ever in the New England area again. I ask you check these out. They're incredible;
Burlington Beer Co. - Skyhook (VT)
Burlington Beer Co. - Stainless Forest (VT)
Back East Brewing - Palate Mallet (CT)
Thimble Island Brewing - Clam Island (CT)
Foley Brothers Brewing - Big Bang (VT)
14th Star Brewing - Tribute (VT)
Bay State Brewing - Becky Likes the Smell (MA)
Foolproof Brewing - The Grotto (RI)
Fox Farm Brewery - Pora (CT)
Aspetuck Brew Lab - Theory (CT)
New England Brewing Co. (NEBCo) - Sea Hag (CT)
NEBCo - Baby Bot (CT)