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Bloodline Blood Orange Ale

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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
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
orangefruitycitrusy
orange
fruity
citrusy
hoppy
floral
piney
Aroma
Blood orange dominates the nose, presenting bright citrus zest alongside jammy marmalade notes.
also:bready
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

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
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 Fruit Pale Ale

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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

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