hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

Edward

Tap to rate

Floral, with impressions of citrus and pine: this unfiltered, dry-hopped pale ale honors Edward (1917–2002), the Hill family's grandfather, whose well supplies the brewing water. American malted barley, the house ale yeast and Centennial, Chinook, Columbus and Simcoe hops shape the 5.2% recipe in the Ancestral series.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
floralhoppypiney
floral
hoppy
piney
citrusy
resinous
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced floral and herbal notes from the dry-hop blend, supported by crisp citrus impressions—lemon zest and grapefruit pith.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Edward

◎ Appearance

Edward presents a pale golden hue with noticeable haze from its unfiltered character and dry-hop treatment. The head builds moderately and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Bright carbonation animates the body throughout, conveying freshness and vitality.

pale goldenunfiltered, hazyfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced floral and herbal notes from the dry-hop blend, supported by crisp citrus impressions—lemon zest and grapefruit pith. A subtle piney undertone rounds the profile, while clean American pale malt provides a restrained, slightly sweet foundation without dominating.

floral, herbalcitrus, pineclean maltCentennial, Simcoe character

◐ Taste

The palate opens smooth and clean, with moderate bitterness building steadily across the mid-palate. Hop-driven flavors—citrus, pine, and florals—integrate seamlessly with a dry malt base that avoids excess sweetness. The finish dries considerably, leaving a lingering noble bitterness and herbal spice.

hoppy, balanceddry, crispmoderate bitternesssmooth entry

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and enduring, with hop bitterness and subtle herbal notes persisting without harshness. A dry, refreshing aftertaste encourages further sipping.

dry finishpersistent bitternessherbal aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
79
Finish
81
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.

+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Food Pairing

What to eat with Edward

More from Hill Farmstead Brewery

Abner
Abner
Double IPA
8.3%·Very bitter
Find matches →
Anna
Anna
Saison
6.5%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Arthur
Arthur
Saison
6.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Autumna
Autumna
Festbier
4.6%·Lightly bitter
Find matches →
Biere de Norma
Biere de Norma
Bière de Garde
7.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Brother Soigné
Brother Soigné
Saison
5.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Charlie
Charlie
Saison
2.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Dorothy
Dorothy
Pale Ale
7.0%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →

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 floral, hoppy, piney character as Edward will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Compare with another beer →Explore all American Pale Ale beers in hopIQ →Browse United States beers →