Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.
Nothing dominates, and that is the craft — each element gets room to be tasted.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for 28 Pale Ale
◎ Appearance
28 Pale Ale presents a deep amber hue with good clarity and an off-white head that settles to a thin, persistent collar. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, contributing to steady lacing down the glass as you drink. The beer sits medium in body, suggesting restrained alcohol and a balanced malt foundation.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus and grapefruit notes, underscored by passionfruit and a suggestion of lychee. Beneath the fruit-forward hop character lies a sweet, biscuit-driven malt base that grounds the aromatics without overshadowing them. The natural hop selection delivers a clean, herbaceous accent without aggressive resinous notes.
◐ Taste
Entry is smooth and approachable, with citrus and stone fruit notes developing across the mid-palate alongside soft peach character. The malt sweetness remains restrained, allowing tropical and fruity hop qualities to define the drinking experience. Bitterness builds gradually but stays balanced, finishing clean without harsh edges.
◑ Finish
The finish is smooth and lightly bitter, with no harsh residue or astringency. Citrus and fruit notes linger moderately, fading into a clean, refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of 28 Pale Ale
Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.
Food Pairing
What to eat with 28 Pale Ale
About Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Pale Ale?
India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, fruity, malty character as 28 Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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