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Hop Fuzz

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An English pale ale that pours golden and close to clear, built on a Golden Promise malt base that reads biscuity with a touch of caramel. The hopping mixes English varieties with New World additions, so soft stone fruit and citrus peel sit next to the more traditional orange and an earthy, herbal edge. A British ale yeast keeps the fermentation character quiet and lightly fruity. The bitterness is firm for the strength and the finish is dry and pithy.

ABV
4.2%
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
citrusyearthyherbal
citrusy
earthy
herbal
malty
orange
fruity
Aroma
The nose opens with soft stone fruit and citrus peel derived from the New World hop additions, layered beneath more traditional orange notes.
also:caramel,hoppy
not found:juicy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hop Fuzz

◎ Appearance

Pours a clean golden hue with excellent clarity and minimal haze. The head is compact and well-defined, with fine carbonation that suggests natural conditioning. Lacing clings delicately to the glass as the beer settles.

golden, brightfine carbonationclean lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft stone fruit and citrus peel derived from the New World hop additions, layered beneath more traditional orange notes. A quiet, lightly fruity fermentation character from the British ale yeast sits low in the background. Subtle earthy and herbal undertones emerge on closer inspection, grounded by the biscuity Malz base.

stone fruit, citrus peelearthy, herbalbiscuit malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a clean malt entry—biscuit-driven with a whisper of caramel sweetness—followed by a brisk wave of citrus and orange character. Mid-palate brings the herbal and earthy hop complexity into sharp focus, supported by a firm, well-integrated bitterness that belies the beer's modest 4.2% ABV. The drying effect builds steadily toward the finish, with a pithy mineral quality that keeps the palate engaging.

citrus-forwardfirm bitternessdry, peppery

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and assertive, lingering with a peppery, herbal bite and subtle orange zest. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, with no cloying residue.

dry, pepperyrefreshing
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
85
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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About English Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a English 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 English Pale Ale

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