Pale 31
Pale 31 is the brewery's California pale ale, named for the state's admission as the 31st to the Union and a descendant of the Windsor Pale first brewed in 1997. It left regular production in 2018 and now returns in limited runs for Brewmaster's Collective members. Pale, Munich and Carapils malts give a clear gold colour and lightly toasted, honeyed grain; the hops add floral notes, grapefruit and orange peel and a trace of pine, and the finish is light and softly bitter.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Pale 31
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.
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same floral, honey, citrusy character as Pale 31 will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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