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Little Swine

United Kingdom·Alcohol-Free Pale Ale
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Aromatic, citrusy notes lead, with a full-bodied, fruity flavour and a robust citrus finish. Little Swine is a 0.5% alcohol-free pale ale brewed with three hops, Cascade first and Mosaic as the dry-hop, and four speciality malts. The brewhouse manages the fermentable sugars so little alcohol forms, and a 330ml bottle has just 69 calories.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2023
SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, South East)
★Gold — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, South East)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfruityhoppy
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
orange
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—particularly orange zest and lemon—followed by ripe fruit character from the Cascade and Mosaic hop combination.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Little Swine

◎ Appearance

Little Swine presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright light transmission. The head forms with modest retention and fine carbonation bubbles that create delicate lacing as the beer settles. This is a visually clean and inviting pour.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationdelicate lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—particularly orange zest and lemon—followed by ripe fruit character from the Cascade and Mosaic hop combination. Beneath the hop aromatics lies a soft, supporting malt backbone from the four specialty malts, creating a balanced and welcoming olfactory impression without harshness.

citrus zestorangeripe fruitclean hop profile

◐ Taste

The palate is full-bodied for the style, with citrus flavors dominating the entry and mid-palate, complemented by a gentle fruity sweetness. A moderate bitterness from the 40 IBU charge provides structure and prevents cloying, while the four specialty malts contribute subtle depth without excess weight. The finish carries that robust citrus character through cleanly.

citrusyfull-bodiedmoderate bitternessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with lingering citrus notes that fade gradually without astringency. A dry quality emerges in the aftertaste, making this alcohol-free pale ale remarkably food-friendly and sessionable.

crispdry citrus finishrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
77
Finish
77
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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About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Alcohol-Free 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.

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