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Coopers Original Pale Ale

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The green label is the beer the brewery is best known for: an all-malt pale ale that referments in the bottle, can or keg and keeps the fine yeast sediment and cloudy pour that go with it. Deep golden in the glass under a generous head, with fruity esters of pear and apple from the house yeast and a floral hop note over a light bready malt base. The bitterness reads crisp rather than heavy, and the finish stays dry and clean.

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
fruitycleanfloral
fruity
clean
floral
bready
yeasty
hoppy
Aroma
The nose reveals a delicate balance of earthy hop character with pronounced fruit esters typical of bottle conditioning.
also:citrusy
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Coopers Original Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A brilliant golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity characteristic of a well-crafted pale ale. Fine white head forms with good retention, and steady carbonation creates an appealing visual presentation that invites the drinker.

goldenbrightwhite headclear

◌ Aroma

The nose reveals a delicate balance of earthy hop character with pronounced fruit esters typical of bottle conditioning. Subtle grain sweetness and bread-like malt notes provide foundation, while citrus undertones add complexity and freshness to the overall aromatic profile.

earthy hopsfruit esterscitrusbread

◐ Taste

The palate opens with clean malt and grain character, developing pleasant citrus notes and hoppy bitterness mid-palate. A satisfying 22 IBU bitterness provides structure without overwhelming, while the crisp, refreshing quality maintains excellent drinkability throughout.

maltycitruscrispbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is exceptionally clean and dry, with lingering but not aggressive bitterness. The aftertaste is refreshing and light, leaving a pleasant impression that encourages another sip.

cleandryrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
85
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 fruity, dry, crisp character as Coopers Original Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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