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Iceberg

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Strong citrus aromas with hints of grapefruit meet a clean-cut pale ale body and a powerful hoppy finish. Titanic first brewed Iceberg with US hop varieties in the 1990s, long before American-style pale ales were widely known. Today the 4.1% ABV flagship runs on cask and in bottle and has collected CAMRA West Midlands medals in 2023 and 2024.

ABV
4.1%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2024
Champion Beer of Britain (regional, West Midlands)
Speciality Beers - Differently Produced
Bronze · 2023
Champion Beer of Britain (regional, West Midlands)
Speciality Beers - Differently Produced
★Gold — Champion Beer of Britain (regional, West Midlands) (Speciality Beers - Differently Produced)
★Bronze — Champion Beer of Britain (regional, West Midlands) (Speciality Beers - Differently Produced)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppyclean
citrusy
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by clean, forward-facing US hop character with pronounced citrus notes—particularly grapefruit and orange—that leap from the glass.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Iceberg

◎ Appearance

Iceberg presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with good retention. The carbonation is evident and lively, creating a bright, inviting visual presence typical of a well-crafted pale ale.

pale goldenclearpersistent headbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by clean, forward-facing US hop character with pronounced citrus notes—particularly grapefruit and orange—that leap from the glass. Beneath the hoppy display, subtle malt backbone provides balance without obscuring the aromatic intensity that defines this beer's identity.

citrus forwardgrapefruit, orangeclean hop charactersubtle malt backbone

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and clean, with citrus flavors mirroring the aroma and a light, dry body that never feels thin or insubstantial. Bitterness builds through the mid-palate in a measured, pleasant way—the 38 IBUs work in harmony with the hop profile rather than overwhelming it, leaving a balanced, refreshing impression.

crisp entrycitrus-drivenmeasured bitternessdry, light body

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and hoppy, with lingering citrus notes that fade gradually without harshness. A clean, refreshing aftertaste invites another sip.

dry hoppy finishcitrus fadeclean aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 7–10°C

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.

Pint glass

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.

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