Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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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.
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How to get the most out of Adnams Broadside
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.
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Adnams Broadside
◎ Appearance
Adnams Broadside displays an attractive copper to amber hue with excellent clarity and a well-defined white head that demonstrates good retention. The brilliant color reflects the quality malt bill and traditional brewing methods employed by this historic brewery.
◌ Aroma
The nose presents a classic English pale ale profile with earthy, herbal hop character complemented by warm malt undertones. Subtle biscuit and light toffee notes emerge, creating a balanced and inviting aromatic experience that speaks to traditional brewing heritage.
◐ Taste
The palate opens crisp and refreshing with prominent biscuit and malt sweetness followed by assertive but well-integrated hop bitterness. Mid-palate exhibits a full body with smooth malt character, while traditional English hops provide earthy, slightly spicy notes that build toward a clean, bitter finish.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and dry with lingering hop bitterness and earthy undertones that persist pleasantly without becoming harsh. This well-balanced conclusion exemplifies the quintessential English pale ale style.
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