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Edward

Hill Farmstead Brewery
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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 212 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Hill Farmstead's flagship, named for Shaun Hill's grandfather and the beer that put the brewery on the map. Unfiltered, naturally carbonated, and dry-hopped — aromatic and flowery with impressions of citrus and pine over an impossibly soft, balanced body. One of the finest pale ales in America.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous 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

Bone-dry finish.

A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.

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
floral
piney
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
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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 hoppy, smooth, clean character as Edward will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Edward

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.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Edward

Appearance

Edward presents a pale golden hue with slight haziness from its natural carbonation and unfiltered character. A fine, persistent white head builds with pour and clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The carbonation appears lively yet gentle, appropriate to the beer's soft overall character.

pale goldennaturally hazyfine head retentiondelicate lacing

Aroma

The nose leads with clean, floral hop character—dry flowers and herb gardens dominate the first impression. Underneath lies a bright citrus note with grapefruit and lemon zest, accompanied by subtle piney resin. A quiet malt base sits in the background, offering gentle breadiness without intrusion.

floral Edelhopfenbright citrusdry herbalsubtle pine

Taste

The palate enters soft and balanced, with citrus and floral hop flavors unfolding smoothly across the mid-section. Bitterness remains restrained and refined, supporting rather than dominating the overall impression. The body feels impossibly light and clean, allowing hop character and subtle malt sweetness to dance without heaviness.

smooth hop-forwardbalanced bitternessclean malt baselight body

Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with lingering floral and citrus notes that fade gracefully. A pleasant hop bite persists without astringency, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry finishlingering floralcrisp aftertaste
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
89
Appearance
85
Finish
87
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