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Pine Trail Pale Ale

Big Drop Brewing Co.
United Kingdom·Alcohol-Free Pale Ale
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Rosy floral aromas greet you at the pour, a light, limey citrus bite follows on the palate, and the finish carries a balanced but clearly noticeable bitterness at 42 IBU. This is the Pale Ale that followed Big Drop's stout in March 2017, brewed to 0.5% ABV with wheat among its grains. It is gluten-free and vegan.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter42 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
floralwheatcitrusy
floral
wheat
citrusy
hoppy
Aroma
Rosy floral character dominates the nose, lending an elegant and slightly perfumed quality that greets you at the pour.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pine Trail Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine, persistent carbonation. The head rises quickly at the pour with moderate retention and forms a delicate white collar that clings lightly to the glass walls. The overall presentation is clean and inviting.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationdelicate lacing

◌ Aroma

Rosy floral character dominates the nose, lending an elegant and slightly perfumed quality that greets you at the pour. Beneath the florals sits a bright citrus note with hints of lime zest, accompanied by a subtle herbal and grassy hop character. The wheat grain adds a soft, bready undertone that frames the overall bouquet.

rosy florallime citrusherbal hopswheat bread notes

◐ Taste

Entry presents a crisp, light mouthfeel with a limey citrus bite that moves across the palate with precision. The mid-palate reveals the wheat grain's soft, slightly grainy character balanced against a clean, hoppy bitterness that steadily builds. At 42 IBU, the bitterness is clearly noticeable and well-integrated rather than aggressive, complementing the citrus and floral notes without overwhelming them.

crisp palatelime forwardbalanced hoppywheat grain

◑ Finish

The finish carries a sustained but refined bitterness that lingers cleanly on the palate, gradually fading to leave a dry, hoppy aftertaste. The overall impression is refreshing and food-friendly, with no cloying sweetness or fatigue despite the alcohol-free profile.

dry finishlingering bitternessrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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 Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

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What is a Alcohol-Free 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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