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Saranac Pumpkin Ale

F.X. Matt Brewing Company
United States·Pumpkin Ale
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Saranac Pumpkin Ale returns every autumn as the brewery's seasonal spiced ale. Pumpkin is used with a restrained hand, and the spicing follows the classic pumpkin pie profile. Cinnamon, allspice, clove and ginger shape the aroma, set against a light pumpkin sweetness and a rounded malt base, while the bitterness stays low and the beer remains fairly light at 5.3 % alcohol.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Mild15 IBU
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
spicyclovemalty
spicy
clove
malty
fruity
Aroma
The nose opens with classic pumpkin pie spicing—cinnamon, allspice, clove, and ginger are layered with restraint.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Saranac Pumpkin Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden amber with excellent clarity and bright, lively carbonation. A dense, off-white head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving delicate lacing on each sip.

pale goldencleardense headbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with classic pumpkin pie spicing—cinnamon, allspice, clove, and ginger are layered with restraint. Beneath the spice sits a soft pumpkin sweetness and a clean, rounded malt foundation with subtle grain notes.

cinnamonclovepumpkingingerrounded malt

◐ Taste

The palate is dominated by spice, particularly clove and cinnamon, which provide structure without overwhelming. Smooth malt sweetness carries the beer forward, with light pumpkin character and low bitterness allowing the spice profile to remain the focal point throughout.

spicedclove-forwardmalt sweetnesslow bitterness

◑ Finish

Clean and fairly dry finish with lingering spice notes, particularly clove. The aftertaste remains smooth and refreshing, fading gently without harshness.

dry finishlingering spicesmooth
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°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.

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About Pumpkin Ale

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What is a Pumpkin Ale?

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