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Unity's approachable pale ale — clean, hoppy, and refreshing. The everyday expression of Jimmy Hatherley's yeast-driven brewing philosophy. Available at the River Itchen taproom and at craft beer bars across Hampshire.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanhoppycitrusy
clean
hoppy
citrusy
fruity
floral
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with clean, herbaceous hop notes balanced by subtle citrus and stone fruit character.
also:yeasty
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Collision

◎ Appearance

Collision presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that forms quickly and clings well to the glass. The carbonation is lively and persistent, creating fine bubbles that track steadily upward. Light transmission is clean, characteristic of a well-executed pale ale at this color intensity.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with clean, herbaceous hop notes balanced by subtle citrus and stone fruit character. A restrained but present malt backbone provides gentle sweetness without dominance, while a crisp, neutral yeast profile lets the hops and malt dialogue breathe. The overall impression is refreshing and inviting rather than aggressive.

citrus, herbal hopsclean yeastlight stone fruit

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and dry with immediate hop bitterness that sits comfortably at moderate levels. The mid-palate reveals subtle citrus and fruity notes alongside a light, clean malt sweetness that prevents any harshness. Bitterness persists gently into the finish, leaving the palate dry without astringency.

moderate bitternesscitrus forwardcrisp, dry palate

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium in length with a clean, dry aftertaste. The hop bitterness fades quickly, leaving behind only a whisper of citrus and a refreshing, thirst-quenching dryness.

dry aftertastequick fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
74
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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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.

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