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Bloodline Blood Orange Ale

Flying Dog Brewery
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🌍 United States · Fruit Pale Ale · One of 1 Fruit Pale Ales in hopIQ

A pale ale that got jumped by a blood orange truck. Vibrant citrus zest, jammy orange marmalade and a spine of Pacific Northwest hops — the fruit note plays with the hops rather than around them. Big at 7% but light on its feet, Bloodline is what happens when a Ralph Steadman brewery decides to make something the neighborhood can drink.

ABV
7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Crisp mouthfeel.

A sharp texture drives the beer — a clean, direct pour with room for the palate to fill in.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Fruit Pale Ale.
Hop character
orange
citrusy
hoppy
floral
piney
Malt character
bready
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bloodline Blood Orange Ale

Appearance

Brilliant golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The beer displays lively carbonation throughout, with a clean, inviting visual presence characteristic of well-crafted pale ales.

golden-amberbrilliant clarityfine head retentionwell-carbonated

Aroma

Blood orange dominates the nose, presenting bright citrus zest alongside jammy marmalade notes. Pacific Northwest hops contribute subtle pine and floral character that complements rather than competes with the fruit, creating a balanced and approachable aromatic profile without any harsh phenolics.

blood orange zestmarmalade sweetnesspine and floralbright citrus

Taste

The palate opens with vibrant orange character that integrates seamlessly with moderate bitterness from noble hops. Mid-palate displays a light, refreshing body with citrus-forward fruit flavor playing against hoppy bitterness, while underlying bready malt provides structure. The 7% ABV remains well-hidden beneath the fruit and hop interplay, creating a deceptively sessionable character.

orange-forwardbalanced bitternesslight bodyhoppy-fruity tension

Finish

Clean, crisp finish with lingering citrus notes and gentle hop bitterness that fades to a dry aftertaste. The conclusion remains refreshing and inviting rather than astringent, encouraging another sip.

crisp finishdry aftertastelingering citrus
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Bloodline Blood Orange Ale

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Bloodline Blood Orange Ale

About Fruit Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Fruit 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 Fruit Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same orange, fruity, citrusy character as Bloodline Blood Orange Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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