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Richelieu

Canada·Hazy Pale Ale
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A pale ale leaning on the East Coast reading of the style, aromatic in the glass and gentle on bitterness. Ripe citrus and stone fruit come through first, tangerine with a little apricot behind it, over a soft and lightly sweet malt base that keeps the texture rounded rather than crisp. The hop character reads juicy instead of resinous, and the close is short and smooth, the fruit fading before bitterness takes over.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
citrusyfruityjuicy
citrusy
fruity
juicy
peach
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with ripe citrus—predominantly tangerine—layered over soft stone fruit notes, particularly apricot.
not found:piney,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Richelieu

◎ Appearance

A hazy pale ale with a soft golden-amber hue, the cloudiness arising from suspended yeast contributing to its approachable, unpretentious character. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass in a fine, delicate lacing. Carbonation presents as moderate and well-integrated, lending gentle sparkle without aggression.

golden-amberhazy from yeastfine lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with ripe citrus—predominantly tangerine—layered over soft stone fruit notes, particularly apricot. Beneath these fruity top notes sits a gentle malt sweetness that grounds the profile without overshadowing the aromatic hops. The overall impression is inviting and juicy rather than resinous or sharp.

tangerineapricotsoft malt sweetnessjuicy hop character

◐ Taste

Entry is rounded and smooth, the malt base delivering subtle sweetness that supports rather than dominates. Mid-palate develops peach alongside the initial citrus, while hop bitterness remains restrained and integrated. The texture stays full and gentle throughout, avoiding both crispness and heaviness.

peachintegrated bitternesssoft texturemalt-forward balance

◑ Finish

The close unfolds as short and clean, fruit notes fading gracefully before bitterness can take hold. Aftertaste is smooth and dry, leaving no harsh edges or lingering harshness.

short finishsmooth dryclean
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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 Hazy Pale Ale

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What is a Hazy 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.

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