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Summer Ale

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Tartness and citrus mark Summer Ale: a substantial portion of wheat malt next to traditional barley malt gives this light seasonal its tangy edge. Blue Point in Patchogue, Long Island, brews it at 4.5% ABV and 19 IBU as a light, thirst-quenching beer for hot summer days.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter19 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tartcitrusywheat
tart
citrusy
wheat
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes and a distinctive tartness from the substantial wheat malt bill.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Summer Ale

◎ Appearance

Summer Ale presents a pale golden hue characteristic of its blonde ale classification, with a light straw tone reflecting the wheat malt component. The beer displays good clarity with a modest white head that settles to a thin collar, showing moderate carbonation and light lacing on the glass.

pale goldenstraw-tonedclearmodest head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes and a distinctive tartness from the substantial wheat malt bill. Soft, clean malt undertones provide a grounding backdrop without dominating, while the overall aromatics remain crisp and inviting—characteristic of a straightforward ale without complex yeast-driven esters.

citrus-forwardtart wheatclean maltcrisp, light

◐ Taste

Entry brings immediate tangy wheat character and citrus sharpness that define this beer's identity. The mid-palate remains refreshing and light, with balanced malt sweetness supporting the tartness rather than overwhelming it. Bitterness stays restrained at 19 IBU, allowing the wheat and citrus to take the lead through to the finish.

tart, tangycitrus-drivenwheat-forwardrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp with a lingering tartness that invites another sip. A light, refreshing aftertaste leaves the palate ready for the next drink on a warm day.

clean, tartthirst-quenching
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
75
Appearance
75
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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