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Holy Grail Pale Ale

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Smooth malt with warm, toasty notes meets snappy American hops: a big hop nose leads into a clean finish. The colour is that of a Kansas sunset. This pale ale is one of the six flagships at Blind Tiger in Topeka, where brewmaster John Dean leads the team at the brewpub that has been pouring its own beers since 1995.

ABV
6.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
toastyhoppymalty
toasty
hoppy
malty
clean
citrusy
Aroma
The nose announces itself with a prominent American hop character—citrus and floral notes lead the charge.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Holy Grail Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A luminous golden amber, reminiscent of a Kansas sunset, sits bright and clear in the glass. The head forms with moderate density and settles to a persistent collar, displaying fine lacing that clings to the sides as you drink. Carbonation is evident and well-integrated, lending the beer visual liveliness.

golden amberclearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose announces itself with a prominent American hop character—citrus and floral notes lead the charge. Beneath the hop-forward presentation lies a warm, toasty Malz foundation that grounds the aroma in gentle biscuit and light caramel sweetness. The balance tips toward the Edelhopfen, though the malt provides ballast and depth.

citrus hopfloraltoasty maltbiscuit sweetness

◐ Taste

The palate opens with smooth, malty sweetness that transitions quickly into a clean, snappy hop bitterness. Mid-palate reveals toasted grain character and light citrus notes that persist without overwhelming. The finish is crisp and refreshing, with a lingering gentle bitterness that invites another sip.

smooth maltcrisp hop bitternesscitrusclean finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste fades gracefully, leaving behind a subtle toasted grain note and a delicate hop-driven bitterness. Refreshing and dry, the finish is medium in length and never harsh or cloying.

drymedium lengthsubtle hop bite
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
78
Finish
77
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 American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American 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 American Pale Ale

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