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Balter LPA

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A light pale ale at 2.7 percent, presented as a smaller sibling to the XPA rather than a stripped-back version of it. Bright citrus and tropical hop character sits over a crisp, clean malt body that stops the beer thinning out. The bitterness is there but slight, and the finish is short and dry. Added to the range in 2026, it is the lightest beer the brewery makes.

ABV
2.7%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter18 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalcitrusyclean
tropical
citrusy
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
Bright citrus and tropical fruit character dominates the nose, with distinct notes of grapefruit and passionfruit layered over a clean, understated malt foundation.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Balter LPA

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. A fine white head forms readily and maintains good retention, settling into a delicate collar with visible lacing. Carbonation is crisp and active, evident in persistent bead formation throughout the glass.

pale goldenbrilliant clarityfine lacingactive carbonation

◌ Aroma

Bright citrus and tropical fruit character dominates the nose, with distinct notes of grapefruit and passionfruit layered over a clean, understated malt foundation. Noble hop aromatics provide a refined, slightly herbal counterpoint without aggression. No phenolic or solvent notes; the overall impression is refreshingly crisp and inviting.

citrus, grapefruittropical fruitnoble hopsclean malt base

◐ Taste

The palate opens light and dry with subtle tropical hop flavors that carry through the mid-mouth without heaviness. A restrained bitterness emerges cleanly—just enough structure to frame the malt, never sharp or lingering. The body remains crisp and refreshing, balanced between hop character and a lean but present malt sweetness.

light bodytropical hopsdry palaterestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short and cleanly dry, with lingering hop bitterness that fades quickly into a refreshing absence. No cloying aftertaste; the beer concludes with mineral dryness and inviting thirst.

short finishdryclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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 Light Pale Ale

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What is a Light 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.

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