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Chopper's is a hoppy Northwest-style red ale that showcases the region's signature bitter character with surprising polish. The malt backbone—amber and caramel-toned—sits firmly beneath a resounding hop profile, the kind that defines Pacific brewing. At 5.8%, it's substantial enough to hold its ground but stays nimble on the palate, letting the bitterness cut through without overwhelming. This is a red ale that drinks like an argument in the best way: confident, direct, and unapologetic. The finish remains dry, with a lingering herbaceous edge that invites another sip rather than offering closure. Serve it cool, around 50 degrees, when you want something that tastes like it means business.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyherbalcaramel
hoppy
herbal
caramel
malty
resinous
Aroma
The nose leads with herbal and resinous hop character—earthy and green, with subtle pine and citrus undertones typical of Pacific Northwest varieties.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Chopper's

◎ Appearance

Chopper's presents a bright amber to deep copper hue, reflecting the caramel and amber malts at its foundation. The beer shows excellent clarity with a full, persistent head that leaves distinct lacing on the glass, indicating good carbonation and malt structure. The visual presentation is clean and inviting, with a color that speaks to its Northwest red ale heritage.

deep copperpersistent headclear and bright

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with herbal and resinous hop character—earthy and green, with subtle pine and citrus undertones typical of Pacific Northwest varieties. Beneath the assertive bittering hops lies a supporting malt sweetness: toasted caramel and light amber notes that ground the aroma without softening it. The overall impression is confident and straightforward, with no floral or fruity distractions.

herbal hopsresinous pinetoasted caramelearthy

◐ Taste

The palate opens with immediate hop bitterness that commands attention without harshness—a firm, dry entry that defines the beer's character. Mid-palate reveals the malt backbone: amber sweetness and caramel notes provide ballast and prevent the bitterness from becoming one-dimensional. At 5.8% ABV, the beer drinks nimble and crisp, with the bitterness cutting cleanly through the malt rather than overwhelming it, finishing drier than the initial sweetness suggested.

assertive bitternesscaramel maltdry and crispherbaceous

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with an herbal, resinous edge that persists pleasantly on the palate. Rather than offering closure, this aftertaste invites another sip—a hallmark of well-crafted Northwest-style ales.

dry finishherbal persistence
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
85
Appearance
83
Finish
80
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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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