Old Prickly
Old Prickly began in 2012 as a charity brew for a hedgehog preservation society based near the brewery and stayed on as a permanent beer. The pale, straw-coloured ale uses Maris Otter and Caramalt with Columbus and Lubelski hops. Honey and floral aromas with subtle citrus lead into a smooth, gently sweet palate; bitterness is light and the finish crisp. In bottle it is conditioned on its yeast.
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Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Old Prickly
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.
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same honey, floral, crisp character as Old Prickly will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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