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Einstök Arctic Pale Ale

Einstök Ölgerð
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🌍 Iceland · Pale Ale · One of 191 Pale Ales in hopIQ

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%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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AWARDS

Bronze
NY International Beer Competition 2018
American Style Pale Ale
★Bronze — NY International Beer Competition 2018 (American Style Pale Ale)
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Moderate bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.

Nothing dominates, and that is the craft — each element gets room to be tasted.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Pale Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
citrusy
herbal
floral
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean

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
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Einstök Arctic Pale Ale

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

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
Recommended for this style

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Einstök Arctic Pale Ale

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

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

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