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Lighthouse

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A light golden ale of 3.4%, derived from the brewery's Champion Pale Ale. The fragrance is light, the flavour malty, and the finish long and hoppy. Pale ale and crystal malt bring a hint of caramel and toffee, and the hopping is a blend of Fuggles and Goldings.

ABV
3.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppymaltycaramel
hoppy
malty
caramel
floral
clean
citrusy
Aroma
The nose is restrained and inviting, led by soft, herbal notes from the Fuggles and Goldings blend.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lighthouse

◎ Appearance

Lighthouse presents a clear, light golden hue with bright luminosity characteristic of the style. The head forms with modest density and dissipates to a thin collar, leaving delicate strands of lacing on the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a fine bead that rises steadily.

light goldenclearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is restrained and inviting, led by soft, herbal notes from the Fuggles and Goldings blend. Pale and crystal malt contribute a gentle maltiness with faint undertones of caramel and toffee, adding subtle sweetness without dominating. The overall fragrance remains delicate and approachable.

herbal hopssoft maltcaramel notes

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a clean, malty foundation that carries through the mid-palate with a whisper of toffee character. The bitterness emerges gradually from the noble hops, offering a measured counterpoint rather than an aggressive punch. The balance remains tilted toward the malt, with hop bitterness acting as a gentle restraint.

malty entrytoffee sweetnessmeasured bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish extends with a long, hoppy character that gradually fades, leaving behind a dry, slightly grainy aftertaste. This lingering quality provides satisfying complexity despite the ale's modest alcohol content.

long hoppy finishdry aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
79
Serve at 7–10°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

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

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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