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Yardbird Pale Ale

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Yardbird Pale Ale is a 4.0% beer inspired by the bold pale ales of the United States. It is full of hops, and a fruity flavour lasts through to the finish.

ABV
4%
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
hoppyfruityclean
hoppy
fruity
clean
citrusy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with prominent American hop character, showing herbal and citrus notes backed by subtle stone fruit aromatics.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Yardbird Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Yardbird presents a bright golden hue with good clarity and a pale amber undertone characteristic of the style. The head forms quickly and maintains moderate retention with fine, even lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation is lively and visible, lending the beer a crisp, inviting presentation.

bright goldenclearfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent American hop character, showing herbal and citrus notes backed by subtle stone fruit aromatics. Beneath the hop profile lies a clean, supportive malz base with a light biscuit undertone. The overall impression is fresh and inviting, without excessive yeast or adjunct influence.

citrus hopsherbalstone fruitbiscuit malt

◐ Taste

The palate entry is crisp and clean, with the fruity character from the hops establishing itself immediately alongside a light, grainy malz sweetness. Mid-palate maintains good balance, with the hop bitterness (35 IBU) presenting as restrained but purposeful, never sharp or astringent. The beer drinks refreshingly dry through the middle without becoming thin.

hop-forwardfruitybalanced bitternesscrisp finish

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, allowing the fruity hop notes to persist gently into a dry, slightly herbal aftertaste. The beer does not linger excessively, leaving the palate cleansed and ready for the next sip.

dryfruity aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 7–10°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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