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Wayfarer 3.5

Australia·Mid-Strength Pale Ale
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Wayfarer 3.5 is the mid-strength sibling of Green Beacon's Wayfarer pale ale, brewed to 3.5 % ABV and part of the core range. It is laid out as a light pale ale for easy session drinking. Tropical fruit leads the aroma and carries through a smooth, light-bodied palate. Bitterness is kept low, and the beer finishes clean and crisp, with the lower alcohol giving it a noticeably lighter, drier feel than the full-strength version.

ABV
3.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalcleanfruity
tropical
clean
fruity
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose is led by tropical fruit notes—pineapple and citrus—that emerge cleanly from noble hop character.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Wayfarer 3.5

◎ Appearance

Wayfarer 3.5 presents a bright golden hue typical of the style, with good clarity and a pale straw tone. A modest white head forms and dissipates steadily, leaving delicate lacing on the glass. The beer shows lively carbonation and a light, inviting visual profile suited to session drinking.

golden, clearfine carbonationpale straw tone

◌ Aroma

The nose is led by tropical fruit notes—pineapple and citrus—that emerge cleanly from noble hop character. Light malty undertones provide a gentle backbone without dominating the profile. The aroma remains fresh and balanced, with no harsh or oxidative edges, inviting further inspection.

tropical fruitnoble hopsclean, bright

◐ Taste

The palate enters smooth and light-bodied, delivering the promised tropical fruitiness across the mid-palate. Bitterness is restrained and integrated, never sharp or aggressive, allowing the subtle malt sweetness to linger briefly. The finish arrives clean and crisp, with a drying sensation that emphasizes the lower alcohol character.

smooth, lightlow bitternesstropical, dry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp, drying quickly without lingering harshness. A subtle tropical note persists briefly before fading to a refreshing, neutral aftertaste that encourages another sip.

dry, crispshort, clean
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
76
Finish
78
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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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Food Pairing

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About Mid-Strength Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Mid-Strength 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 Mid-Strength Pale Ale

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