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Meadows Pale

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A session-strength pale ale that is full-bodied, hazy and fluffy. Citra, Mosaic and Ekuanot deliver a full-on tropical hit: mango and passion fruit up front, backed by citrus and a hint of berry. Oats and wheat in the grist give a soft, rounded body that carries the fruit despite the modest strength, and the finish is clean and gently sweet. Introduced in 2025 and positioned as a beer for warm days outdoors.

ABV
3.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
tropicalfruityclean
tropical
fruity
clean
citrusy
wheat
berry
Aroma
The nose leads with bright tropical fruit—mango and passion fruit dominate, supported by citrus zest that builds gradually.
also:hoppy
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Meadows Pale

◎ Appearance

A hazy golden ale with a soft, diffuse quality created by suspended grain and yeast particles. The head is pillowy and persistent, clinging to the glass with fine lacing. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, giving a gentle effervescence rather than aggressive fizz.

golden, hazypersistent headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright tropical fruit—mango and passion fruit dominate, supported by citrus zest that builds gradually. A subtle herbal edge and soft grain sweetness from oats and wheat ground the profile, with no harsh or grassy hop character.

tropical fruitpassionfruit, mangocitrus zestsoft grain

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and rounded, with the oat and wheat grist delivering a full body that belies the modest 3.4% alcohol. Mango and passionfruit carry through the mid-palate, with supporting notes of citrus and a whisper of berry. The bitterness is restrained at 40 IBU, allowing fruit to lead while providing dry balance without astringency.

full-bodied for strengthtropical, fruitygentle bitternessclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and slightly sweet, with fruit fading to a soft, grainy warmth. A delicate dryness lingers without harshness, inviting another sip.

clean, gently sweetshort to medium fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
77
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 Hazy Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Hazy 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 Hazy Pale Ale

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