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Cutthroat Pale Ale

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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
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusymalty
hoppy
citrusy
malty
mineral
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with clean, citrusy hop character—lime and grapefruit notes without aggressive piney resin.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

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
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 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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