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Blue Fox

Charnwood Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

"A refreshing golden beer. American Mosaic hops give a wonderful tropical fruit and blueberry aroma and finish." Charnwood's most characterful core beer — named after the pointy-nosed fox on their branding.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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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

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
tropical
citrusy
floral
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
Distinctive notes
berry
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Blue Fox

Appearance

Blue Fox presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine white head that leaves consistent lacing down the glass. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, contributing to an overall clean and inviting visual presentation characteristic of the style.

bright goldenclearfine white headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose is dominated by American Mosaic hops, which deliver a compelling blend of tropical fruit notes—pineapple and mango—layered with distinct blueberry character. Behind the hop-forward aromatics sits a soft malt foundation that supports without overwhelming, allowing the fruit and floral complexity to shine.

tropical fruitblueberryfloral notesclean malt base

Taste

The palate opens with a crisp, refreshing entry that immediately expresses the tropical and citrus character promised on the nose. The mid-palate balances moderate biterness with berry-tinged fruit flavours, while the light body ensures the beer drinks smoothly without heaviness. The finish dries gradually, with hop bitterness and citrus notes persisting cleanly.

crisp, refreshingtropical citrusmoderate bitternessberry finish

Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering hop bitterness and subtle blueberry notes fading gradually. The aftertaste remains refreshing throughout, leaving no harsh edges or lingering sweetness.

dry finishlingering hop bite
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Blue Fox

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 Blue Fox

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, hoppy, refreshing character as Blue Fox will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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