The texture leads here, with everything else held in gentle reserve.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Pinnacle
◎ Appearance
Pinnacle presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. The head forms with fine, tight carbonation and maintains good retention with delicate Schaumkleiden. The visual profile conveys both refinement and the crisp character typical of lager fermentation.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with resinous pine and grapefruit citrus from Simcoe and Centennial hops, creating an assertive yet inviting top note. As the beer opens, Riwaka and Nectaron emerge with stone fruit and tropical fruit character—peach and passionfruit—that lift the overall aroma complexity. The foundation remains clean, with minimal malt presence and no yeast-derived esters, allowing the hop profile to dominate.
◐ Taste
The palate enters crisp and bright, with the lager fermentation delivering a clean, refreshing mouthfeel. Mid-palate builds a firm, well-defined bitterness anchored by pine and citrus notes, while stone fruit and subtle tropical undertones provide balance and length. The Malz backbone remains restrained, offering just enough breadth to support the hop character without muddying the dry finish.
◑ Finish
The finish is crisp and dry, with lingering pine bitterness and a whisper of citrus peel that gradually fades. The aftertaste remains refreshingly clean with no residual sweetness, characteristic of the lager's precise fermentation profile.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Pinnacle
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Pinnacle
About India Pale Lager
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a India Pale Lager?
India Pale Lager 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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