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Cutthroat Pale Ale

Uinta Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Named for Utah's native cutthroat trout, Uinta's pale ale swims upstream against trend: sessionable at 4%, approachable, balanced, and quietly confident. Crisp hop character without aggression, a touch of caramel sweetness, and carbonation that keeps it lively. This is what a pale ale should be when it grows up.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
citrusy
Malt character
malty
bready
Fermentation & yeast
clean
Distinctive notes
smooth drinking
mineral
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cutthroat Pale Ale

Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a white head that clings to the glass with crisp definition. The carbonation is visible and persistent, lending an inviting liveliness to the pour. A model of visual balance and brightness characteristic of the American Pale Ale style.

pale goldbright claritypersistent headlively carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads with clean, citrusy hop character—lime and grapefruit notes without aggressive piney resin. Beneath sits a gentle caramel malt sweetness and a faint mineral undertone that suggests balanced brewing water. The overall profile is crisp and inviting, neither one-dimensional nor overly complex.

citrus hopscaramel sweetnessmineral notesclean and balanced

Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with the hop bitterness arriving measured at 38 IBU—present but never harsh. Mid-palate shows subtle malt depth with a touch of bread-like grain character that grounds the citrus notes. The finish remains clean and dry, with the carbonation cutting through any residual sweetness to refresh the palate.

balanced bitternesscitrus and grainsmooth mouthfeeldry finish

Finish

Medium-length finish with lingering citrus and a whisper of mineral dryness. The aftertaste fades gracefully without leaving harsh bitterness, inviting another sip.

medium drycitrus faderefreshing aftertaste
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
82
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Cutthroat Pale Ale

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Cutthroat Pale Ale

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same crisp, hoppy, smooth-drinking character as Cutthroat Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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