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Adnams Ghost Ship

Adnams Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · Pale Ale · One of 191 Pale Ales in hopIQ

Ghost Ship is a pale ale brewed with a complex blend of malts and Styrian Goldings hops, creating a distinctive citrus and floral character. This easy-drinking beer offers a smooth, refreshing finish with subtle fruity notes and a well-balanced bitterness.

ABV
4.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Moderate bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
floral
hoppy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
Distinctive notes
smooth drinking

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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Adnams Ghost Ship

◎ Appearance

Ghost Ship presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine white head that maintains good retention. The beer displays vibrant carbonation with persistent bubbles rising through the glass, creating an inviting visual presentation.

pale goldenclearwhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with distinctive citrus and floral notes from the Styrian Goldings hops, complemented by subtle fruity undertones. A clean, crisp malt backbone supports the hop-forward aromatics without overwhelming the senses, creating a balanced and approachable bouquet.

citrusfloralcrisphoppy

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a light, refreshing entry showcasing bright citrus and subtle fruit character balanced by a clean malt foundation. The mid-palate maintains good body with a well-integrated bitterness that builds gradually, finishing dry without harshness or astringency.

crispcitrus-forwardbalancedsmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry with moderate length, allowing subtle fruity and floral notes to linger pleasantly. A satisfying bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip.

cleandrycrisp aftertaste
81
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
83
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Adnams Ghost Ship

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

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
Recommended for this style

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Adnams Ghost Ship

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, smooth-drinking, floral character as Adnams Ghost Ship will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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