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Rutherford

Atom Beers
United Kingdom·Pale Ale
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A soft, juicy pale ale with bright citrus, zesty lime and white grape over a gentle tropical finish, balanced and expressive, with a pillowy haze. Atom brewed this 4.8% beer with Bullhouse: flaked oats and Haze Heaven yeast build the haze, while Citra, Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, Strata and Southern Cross layer the flavour. It is brewed in Hull; all Atom beers are vegan-friendly.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
juicycitrusyfruity
juicy
citrusy
fruity
tropical
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus and zesty lime notes, complemented by subtle white grape character.
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Rutherford

◎ Appearance

Rutherford presents a pale golden hue with a soft, pillowy haze throughout the body. The head is creamy and persistent, with fine carbonation visible as delicate streams. Lacing clings gently to the glass as the level drops.

pale goldenhazycreamy headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus and zesty lime notes, complemented by subtle white grape character. Tropical fruit notes emerge beneath, with a clean, expressive profile that reflects the Citra, Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, Strata and Southern Cross hop blend. The flaked oats contribute a soft, supporting malt backdrop without dominating.

bright citruslimewhite grapetropical fruit

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and approachable, with juicy stone fruit and citrus flavors unfolding across the mid-palate. The gentle malt sweetness from the oat bill provides body and texture without heaviness. Bitterness integrates smoothly at 35 IBU, finishing balanced and restrained rather than assertive.

juicystone fruitsoft maltbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

A gentle tropical finish fades cleanly, leaving behind subtle citrus and a whisper of white grape. The aftertaste remains light and refreshing, inviting another sip.

tropicalcleanrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
77
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

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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.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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