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4 Pines Amber Ale

4 Pines Brewing Company
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🌍 Australia · Amber Ale · One of 33 Amber Ales in hopIQ

Ruby red with copper highlights. The aroma is hop-led, blackcurrant and pear over a toasted, bready malt base that brings caramel and a light nuttiness. The palate is rounded and mildly fruity, and the 37 IBU of bitterness closes the beer off without cutting across the malt. The finish is balanced and moderately dry, with the toast holding on longest.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter37 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber12
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AWARDS

Bronze Medal · 2016
Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal · 2016
Craft Beer Awards
Bronze Medal · 2017
Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal · 2017
Craft Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2018
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2018
Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show
Silver Medal · 2019
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2021
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2022
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2024
Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal — Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal — Craft Beer Awards
Bronze Medal — Australian International Beer Awards
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Moderate bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Balanced mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Amber Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
Malt character
bready
caramel
toasty
nutty
malty
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
Distinctive notes
berry

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for 4 Pines Amber Ale

Appearance

A ruby red ale with warm copper highlights that catch the light beautifully. The beer displays excellent clarity and a generous, persistent head with fine lacing that clings to the glass as you drink. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending a soft visual texture to the pour.

ruby redcopper highlightsexcellent claritypersistent head

Aroma

The nose leads with noble hop character, offering distinct notes of blackcurrant and pear that sit atop a toasted, bready malt foundation. Caramel sweetness emerges in the mid-range, accompanied by subtle hazelnut notes. The overall impression is balanced between floral, fruity hop expression and warm, grainy malt character.

hop-forwardblackcurrant, peartoasted breadcaramel

Taste

The palate is rounded and approachable, with mildly fruity character that echoes the aroma without overpowering the malt base. Toasted grain and caramel build through the mid-palate, while 37 IBUs of bitterness enters cleanly without harshness or astringency. The malt framework remains prominent, preventing the beer from becoming thin or overly sharp.

balanced bitternessfruity maltsmooth palatetoasted grain

Finish

The finish is moderately dry with excellent composure, allowing the toasted malt character to linger longest on the palate. A gentle, fading bitterness accompanies the drying sensation, leaving a clean and inviting aftertaste.

moderately drylingering toastclean finish
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of 4 Pines Amber Ale

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with 4 Pines Amber Ale

About Amber Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar Amber Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, toasty, caramel character as 4 Pines Amber Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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