Snowflake
A winter seasonal that goes against type: a pale ale on a pale malt base, hopped with bold American varieties, Willamette among them. Powerful citrus fruit leads, with quieter floral, pepper and spice notes behind it. Bright, hoppy and refreshing where winter beers usually turn dark and heavy, and light at 3.7 %. It appears in late autumn, on cask for pubs and in bottle.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Snowflake
Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.
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About Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Pale Ale?
India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, hoppy, refreshing character as Snowflake will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
