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Pale Ale

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Floral and citrus flavor runs through Blue Point's Pale Ale, an American Pale Ale at 5.5% ABV and 36 IBU. The Patchogue, Long Island, brewery hops it at four different stages and rounds an English pale malt base with small amounts of wheat and Carapils, giving a light-golden ale with full flavor. It is brewed as an all-seasons, all-people ale and goes well with a hot dog at a ballgame.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter36 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralcitrusymalty
floral
citrusy
malty
hoppy
wheat
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with clean floral and citrus notes that speak to thoughtful hop selection across multiple additions during the brew.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A bright light-golden ale with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves crisp lacing down the glass. The carbonation is evident and lively, creating an inviting visual presentation that signals freshness and balance. The color reflects a restrained use of specialty malts, maintaining the pale character essential to the style.

light goldenclearpersistent headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with clean floral and citrus notes that speak to thoughtful hop selection across multiple additions during the brew. Beneath the aromatic hops sits a soft, grainy Malz character from the English pale malt base, with subtle wheat undertones adding dimension. No yeast cloudiness or harsh alcohol presence; the aroma remains balanced and approachable.

floral hopscitrus notesclean grainwheat undertone

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with immediate citrus and floral hop flavors supported by a malty foundation that prevents any harshness. The mid-palate develops a full-bodied character despite the modest 5.5% ABV, with balanced bitterness from the 36 IBU integrating seamlessly into the overall flavor. Wheat and Carapils additions provide a subtle sweetness and body that round out what could otherwise feel thin.

citrus forwardbalanced bitternessfull-bodiedmalty backbone

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with hop bitterness and floral notes persisting without overstaying. A gentle drying sensation leaves the palate ready for the next sip, making this an excellent all-seasons beer suited to casual drinking.

refreshingdry finishlingering hops
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
78
Finish
75
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

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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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