hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

4 Pines Ultra Low

4 Pines Brewing Company
Tap to rate
🌍 Australia · Alcohol-Free Pale Ale · One of 19 Alcohol-Free Pale Ales in hopIQ

An alcohol-free beer that leads with hops rather than malt: fruit up front, herbal and citrus notes underneath, and a clean, light malt character behind them. The body is thin, as the category tends to be, and the bitterness stays balanced at 19 IBU rather than assertive. The finish turns slightly tart, which gives the beer grip where the alcohol would otherwise be missing.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter19 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
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
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

A slender build that lets the other elements come through cleanly.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Alcohol-Free Pale Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
citrusy
herbal
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
tart
Malt character
malty

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for 4 Pines Ultra Low

Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation. The head forms quickly but settles to a thin, persistent collar with modest lacing. The beer presents a clean, inviting visual profile typical of the style.

pale goldenbright, clearfine carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads with ripe fruit and citrus—stone fruit and orange peel dominate the foreground. Beneath lies a herbaceous, earthy hop character that grounds the profile. A light, clean malt base supports without asserting itself, allowing the hop aromatics to remain the focal point.

citrus, orange peelstone fruitherbal, earthy

Taste

The palate opens bright and fruity, with citrus and orchard notes taking the lead. Herbal and slightly piney hop bitterness emerges in the mid-palate at a restrained 19 IBU—present but never aggressive. The malt backbone remains lean and clean, offering minimal sweetness and allowing the hop character to shine throughout.

citrus-forwardbalanced bitternesslight body

Finish

The finish turns tart and slightly peppery, providing grip and a welcome sense of structure where the low alcohol might otherwise leave the beer feeling hollow. A lingering herbal bitterness and light citrus fade cleanly.

tart, pepperyclean fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
78
Finish
76
+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of 4 Pines Ultra Low

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°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 Ultra Low

About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Alcohol-Free Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

Finding a similar Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

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

Other Alcohol-Free Pale Ales in hopIQ

Compare with another beer →