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Back Forty Naked Pig Pale Ale

Back Forty Beer Company
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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 217 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Back Forty's hop-forward Pale Ale — citrus and floral American hops in a clean, balanced frame. Named with Back Forty's characteristic Southern irreverence. Naked Pig is the everyday craft pint of northeastern Alabama.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter43 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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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

Dry finish.

A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.

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
Fermentation & yeast
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Back Forty Naked Pig Pale Ale

Appearance

Pale golden color with good clarity and a fine, white head that shows steady retention and lacing around the glass. Bright carbonation is evident throughout, lending the beer a lively, inviting appearance typical of the American Pale Ale style.

pale goldenclearfine white headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—grapefruit and orange peel—supported by subtle floral undertones from the American hop bill. A light, clean Malz base provides gentle support without any yeast-driven esters, allowing the hop character to remain the focal point.

citrus forwardfloral hopclean grainbright

Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with immediate citrus flavors that develop into a balanced mid-palate. Moderate hop bitterness sits comfortably at 43 IBU, providing structure without overwhelming the delicate floral and fruit notes. The finish remains dry and refreshing.

hoppycitrusbalanced bitternesscrisp palate

Finish

Clean, dry finish with lingering citrus and a subtle hoppy fade. The aftertaste is refreshing and inviting, encouraging another sip.

drycitrus fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
77
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Back Forty Naked Pig 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 Back Forty Naked Pig 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 Back Forty Naked Pig Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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