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BB American Pale Ale

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Copper-golden, with a pronounced sweet scent of ripe fruit such as citrus and passion fruit, plus clear notes of malt and roasted grain. A light sweetness from roasted malt ends in a pleasant bitterness, and the scent is soft and full, with a hint of bitterness in the aftertaste. Brewed with Simcoe, Cascade and Mosaic hops.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusyroastedfruity
citrusy
roasted
fruity
malty
tropical
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced citrus and passion fruit notes from the Simcoe and Mosaic hops, displaying a full and rounded aromatic profile.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for BB American Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Copper-golden hue with bright clarity and gentle carbonation. The head forms with moderate density and displays fine, persistent lacing that clings softly to the glass as you drink. Light catches the body well, revealing the characteristic color depth of a well-crafted American Pale Ale.

copper-goldenbright clarityfine lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced citrus and passion fruit notes from the Simcoe and Mosaic hops, displaying a full and rounded aromatic profile. Underneath, clear malt and roasted grain character provides a warm foundation, with the roasted notes adding subtle depth without harshness. A soft bitterness rounds out the bouquet, inviting further exploration.

citrus, passion fruitroasted grainhoppy, fullbalanced bitterness

◐ Taste

Entry brings light sweetness from the roasted malt, settling into a mid-palate where fruity and citrusy hop character dominates with tropical undertones. The structure remains smooth and crisp, building toward a pleasant, measured bitterness that sits comfortably at 30 IBU—enough to define the beer without overwhelming the malt sweetness. Refreshing and well-integrated throughout.

malt sweetness, entrycitrus, tropical hopspleasant bitternesssmooth, crisp body

◑ Finish

The finish carries a lingering hint of bitterness with a subtle hoppy aftertaste that fades gradually. Clean and dry without astringency, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

lingering bitternessclean, dry finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
75
Finish
72
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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