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Hackney American Pale Ale

Hackney Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Hackney's flagship pale ale — citrusy and refreshing. Brewed with East London community values. Local beer for local people. The everyday craft beer of Hackney's independent bars and restaurants.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus 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
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

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
hoppy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Featured inThe Best British Pale Ales

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hackney American Pale Ale

Appearance

Pale golden in color with good clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is lively, creating a steady stream of bubbles that sustains moderate lacing on the glass.

pale goldenclearpersistent headwell carbonated

Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes — orange zest and grapefruit — backed by clean noble hop character. Subtle malt undertones provide a soft grain foundation without overwhelming the aromatic profile.

citrus zestnoble hopsclean maltfloral undertones

Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with citrus flavors developing across the mid-palate. Bitterness arrives moderate and balanced, finishing dry without harsh edges. A light fruity sweetness plays against the hop-driven structure.

citrus-forwardbalanced bitternessdry finishrefreshing

Finish

The finish is clean and relatively quick, with lingering citrus and hop bitterness fading smoothly. A dry aftertaste leaves the palate ready for the next sip.

dryclean exit
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
78
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

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

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