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HooDoo Brewing Tanana Pale Ale

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HooDoo's flagship pale ale named after the Tanana River flowing through Interior Alaska. Cascade hops with citrus and floral character over a clean balanced malt base. Tanana Pale Ale is Fairbanks' defining craft beer — approachable enough for year-round drinking in Alaska's most extreme climate.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycleanfloral
hoppy
clean
floral
citrusy
malty
fruity
Aroma
The nose is dominated by bright citrus and grapefruit notes from the Cascade hops, balanced by subtle floral and herbal undertones.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for HooDoo Brewing Tanana Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Tanana Pale Ale presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity that showcases the beer's clean character. A crisp white head forms readily and maintains good retention, indicating proper carbonation and fresh brewing. The overall presentation is inviting and appetizing, exemplifying the classic American pale ale aesthetic.

pale goldenbrilliant claritywhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by bright citrus and grapefruit notes from the Cascade hops, balanced by subtle floral and herbal undertones. A clean malt base provides a modest grainy sweetness without overpowering the hop character. The overall aromatic profile is fresh, approachable, and characteristic of West Coast hop traditions.

citrus-forwardgrapefruitfloralherbal spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp citrus and grapefruit flavors that evolve into pine and herbal qualities mid-palate. A clean, balanced malt base with subtle caramel notes provides foundation without excessive sweetness, while moderate bitterness (38 IBU) integrates seamlessly. The beer maintains excellent drinkability through a well-defined bitter edge.

citrus-drivenpine resinbalancedcrisp malt

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry with lingering pine and herbal bitterness that fades gracefully. No harsh astringency or cloying sweetness remains, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

drycleanherbal lingering
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
81
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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 American Pale Ale

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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.

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