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Rivertown Red

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A malty sweetness hits first, followed by a little balancing bitterness and, further down the pint, a hint of roastiness from the black malt and roasted barley. Rivertown Red is an Irish red ale from Atwater in Detroit at 5.2% ABV. The brewery notes it is not actually red but a dark copper, an easy-drinking beer.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyroastedtoasty
malty
roasted
toasty
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced malty sweetness, revealing layers of caramel and toffee beneath.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Rivertown Red

◎ Appearance

Rivertown Red presents a deep copper hue that catches the light with amber undertones, displaying excellent clarity despite its robust malt bill. The head forms with moderate density and holds with notable persistence, leaving fine lacing along the glass as the beer is consumed. Carbonation appears gentle and well-integrated, befitting the style's smooth-drinking character.

deep copperclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced malty sweetness, revealing layers of caramel and toffee beneath. A subtle roasted character emerges from the black malt and roasted barley, adding depth without aggression. Noble hop bitterness frames the aroma delicately, supporting rather than dominating the overall impression.

malty sweetnesscaramel, toffeeroasted grain

◐ Taste

Malty sweetness takes the forefront on entry, with caramel and light toasted notes developing through the mid-palate. A measured bitterness arrives gradually, balancing the residual sweetness without overshadowing it. The roasted character lingers softly, providing complexity that prevents the beer from becoming cloying, while maintaining an approachable drinking experience.

malty, sweettoasted, roastedbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with the roasted notes persisting gently into the aftertaste. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a lingering malt-forward memory that invites the next sip.

clean, drymalt-forward aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
78
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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About Irish Red

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Irish Red?

Irish Red is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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