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Cloudwater XPA

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Hoppy yet crisp, the XPA mixes refreshing drinkability with full flavour: Citra and Lorien sit at the front while a touch of Loral rounds the palate into balanced citrus zest and floral undertones. Light and breezy, this 4.5% extra pale ale is built to be sessionable and embodies what Cloudwater loves about the style.

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
hoppycitrusyfloral
hoppy
citrusy
floral
Aroma
Citra and Lorien hops dominate the nose with pronounced citrus zest and delicate floral notes that frame the profile.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cloudwater XPA

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that clings persistently to the glass walls. Fine carbonation creates a lively bead throughout the body, maintaining a clean, inviting presentation that signals the beer's crisp character.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

Citra and Lorien hops dominate the nose with pronounced citrus zest and delicate floral notes that frame the profile. Beneath lies a clean, understated malz foundation that allows the noble hop aromatics to breathe without competition, creating an open, approachable bouquet.

citrus zestfloral liftclean Edelhopfenbright, airy

◐ Taste

Entry brings immediate hop-forward bitterness softened by crisp, refreshing character. Mid-palate reveals layered citrus—bright and zesty—balanced against a gentle, rounded floral undertone that prevents sharp edges. The 30 IBU sits comfortably, adding structure without dominating the smooth-drinking experience.

hoppy, balancedcitrus-led palategentle bitternesssmooth body

◑ Finish

Clean, dry finish with lingering citrus zest and subtle floral fade. The aftertaste remains crisp and refreshing, encouraging another sip without fatigue.

dry finishcitrus faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
76
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 Extra Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Extra 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 Extra Pale Ale

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