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Canuck Pale Ale

Great Lakes Brewery
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🌍 Canada · American Pale Ale · One of 219 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Deep gold bordering on burnt orange, under a tight snow-white head. Grapefruit, mango and pine lead the aroma. The first impression is sweet, then tropical citrus, canned peaches and pine take over, with grapefruit returning at the back. Soft carbonation and a light to medium body carry it into a dry, refreshing close. Oats and wheat sit in the grist alongside barley malt.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.

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

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
piney
tropical
resinous
hoppy
Malt character
wheat
Distinctive notes
peach
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Canuck Pale Ale

Appearance

Deep gold deepening toward burnt orange, catching light with clarity and brightness. A tight, snow-white head sits confidently atop, held in place by a fine network of lacing that clings to the glass. Soft carbonation produces a gentle, persistent bead that underscores the beer's approachable character.

deep goldburnt orangetight white headwell-defined lacing

Aroma

The nose opens with assertive grapefruit and mango, backed by resinous pine that speaks to a noble hop selection. Beneath the citrus lies a subtle sweetness and a whisper of canned peach, while the malt base—oats and wheat alongside barley—adds a soft, biscuity undertone that prevents the hops from dominating the overall impression.

grapefruitmangoresinous pinepeach note

Taste

Entry is marked by a welcoming sweetness before tropical citrus and pine assert themselves across the mid-palate. Canned peach and grapefruit linger alongside a light herbal bitterness that feels integrated rather than sharp. The interplay of oats and wheat creates a soft, almost creamy body that carries the flavors cleanly without heaviness.

tropical citrusherbal bitternesssoft bodypeach forward

Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with grapefruit and pine fading into a clean, resinous fade. A light prickle of carbonation and the subtle wheat character leave the palate crisp and ready for the next sip.

dry finishresinous aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Canuck 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 Canuck 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 refreshing, citrusy, dry character as Canuck Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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