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Einstök Arctic Pale Ale

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Einstök's flagship pale ale — a crisp and refreshing American-style pale ale brewed with pure Icelandic glacial water and Arctic thyme. Herbal and citrus hop character, a clean malt backbone and a dry, balanced bitter finish. One of Iceland's best-known craft ales, exported to over 22 countries

ABV
6.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Bronze
NY International Beer Competition 2018
American Style Pale Ale
★Bronze — NY International Beer Competition 2018 (American Style Pale Ale)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycleanherbal
hoppy
clean
herbal
citrusy
malty
floral
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus and grapefruit hop character, complemented by subtle herbal notes characteristic of Arctic thyme.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Einstök Arctic Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Einstök Arctic Pale Ale presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity, revealing the beer's clean brewing process. A dense, white head forms with good retention, topped by fine carbonation that signals freshness and proper conditioning.

goldencleardense white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus and grapefruit hop character, complemented by subtle herbal notes characteristic of Arctic thyme. Underneath lies a clean malt backbone with a whisper of pine resin, creating an inviting and balanced aromatic profile.

citrusherbal thymegrapefruitpine resin

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing with bright citrus and grapefruit notes taking center stage. The mid-palate showcases a clean malt foundation that supports the hoppy character without overwhelming, leading to a building bitterness that remains well-integrated throughout the taste experience.

hoppycitrus-forwardcrispbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry with lingering herbal and pine hop bitterness that fades gracefully. Arctic Pale Ale leaves a refreshing aftertaste that invites another sip rather than dominating the palate.

drycleanrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
81
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

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