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Furbrew Hanoi Pale Ale

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🌍 Vietnam · American Pale Ale · One of 216 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Furbrew's approachable everyday pale ale — citrus and floral Cascade hops over a clean malt base. The accessible counterpart to the adventurous Pho Beer: Hanoi's craft pale for those exploring beyond the pho spice.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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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

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

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
citrusy
hoppy
floral
Malt character
malty
bready
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Furbrew Hanoi Pale Ale

Appearance

Furbrew Hanoi Pale Ale presents a bright, pale golden hue characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity and good carbonation visible throughout. A white, moderately persistent head forms, settling to a thin collar that suggests proper brewing technique and fresh ingredients.

pale goldenclearwhite headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose is dominated by classic Cascade hop character—bright citrus notes lead the way, complemented by subtle floral undertones and grassy herbal qualities. A clean malt base provides light supporting notes of caramel without overpowering the hop-forward profile.

citrusfloralgrassyclean malt

Taste

The palate opens with vibrant citrus and pine notes from the Cascade hops, followed by a balanced mid-palate where light caramel malt sweetness plays against crisp bitterness. The body remains light and refreshing, allowing the hop character to shine while maintaining excellent drinkability.

citrus-forwardpinebalancedlight-bodied

Finish

The finish is distinctly dry and crisp, with lingering pine and bitter notes that fade cleanly without any astringency. A refreshing aftertaste invites another sip, making this an ideal everyday pale ale.

drycrispclean finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Furbrew Hanoi Pale Ale

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Furbrew Hanoi Pale Ale

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, citrusy, clean character as Furbrew Hanoi Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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