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Anderson Valley Poleeko Gold Pale Ale

Anderson Valley Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 216 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Anderson Valley's approachable pale ale — named after the Poleeko tribe of the Anderson Valley area. Cascade and Centennial hops deliver citrus and floral character over a balanced pale malt base with a clean, refreshing finish. Poleeko Gold is the everyday session pale from one of California's most respected craft breweries.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

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.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Anderson Valley Poleeko Gold Pale Ale

Appearance

Poleeko Gold presents a bright, golden hue with excellent clarity and a light straw-like luminosity characteristic of quality pale ales. A white, modest head forms and dissipates quickly, revealing fine carbonation and a clean, inviting appearance.

bright goldencrystal clearwhite headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose is dominated by citrus and floral hop character from Cascade and Centennial varieties, with prominent grapefruit and subtle pine notes. A clean malt backdrop provides light caramel sweetness without overpowering the refreshing hop-forward aromatics.

citrus forwardfloral hopsgrapefruitpiney

Taste

The palate opens crisp and clean with bright citrus flavors and balanced hop bitterness that builds smoothly through the mid-palate. Subtle caramel malt sweetness provides backbone without heaviness, while herbal and grassy notes add complexity to this approachable, well-integrated profile.

citrus-forwardcrisp and balancedgentle bitternessclean malt base

Finish

The finish is notably dry and refreshing with a clean departure that invites another sip. Lingering citrus and herbal notes fade gracefully without bitterness overstaying its welcome.

dry finishcleanrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Anderson Valley Poleeko Gold Pale Ale

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 Anderson Valley Poleeko Gold Pale Ale

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American 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 American Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, clean character as Anderson Valley Poleeko Gold Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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