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Frost Proof

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Citrus, spice and effervescence share the sunshine in this 6.0% Belgian-style White Ale brewed with orange peel, coriander and wheat. Its strength sits above many of its peers, which gives it a more expressive fruit character and an assertive flavor profile, and it won Bronze in Belgian Style Fruit Beer at the 2021 U.S. Open Beer Championship.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three

AWARDS

Bronze · 2021
U.S. Open Beer Championship
Belgian Style Fruit Beer
★Bronze — U.S. Open Beer Championship (Belgian Style Fruit Beer)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
coriandercitrusyorange
coriander
citrusy
orange
spicy
wheat
fruity
Aroma
Vibrant citrus and orange peel aromatics lead the nose, supported by distinct spice notes from coriander and a subtle wheat undertone.
also:clean,hoppy
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Frost Proof

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and fine, persistent carbonation that generates a stable white head with good lacing. The beer presents a bright, inviting visual profile characteristic of the Belgian White Ale style, with effervescence lending an active, lively appearance.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationstable head

◌ Aroma

Vibrant citrus and orange peel aromatics lead the nose, supported by distinct spice notes from coriander and a subtle wheat undertone. The bouquet is fresh and herbaceous without aggressive hop character, creating an inviting, aromatic entry that emphasizes the adjunct-driven profile rather than traditional malt or yeast complexity.

orange peelcoriander spicecitrus-forwardwheat backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and orange character, followed by a mid-palate presence of coriander and complementary spice notes. At 6% ABV, the beer carries enough body to express these flavors assertively while maintaining a crisp, clean drinking experience; modest bitterness (35 IBU) provides balance without dominating the fruity, herbal profile.

citrus-drivenspicy-herbalcrisp mouthfeelbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering citrus notes fading gradually into a dry, slightly herbaceous aftertaste. The higher ABV contributes subtle warmth without harshness, and overall impression remains light and drinkable despite the expressive flavor intensity.

dry finishcitrus persistencerefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 7–10°C

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.

Pint glass

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.

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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 coriander, citrusy, orange character as Frost Proof will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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