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Kaleidoscope Pale Ale

Wiper and True
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

"A light and refreshing Pale Ale showcasing New Zealand's magnificent hops. Abundant tropical fruits, floral notes and sharp citrus tied together with notes of subtle coconut." Wiper and True's most versatile core beer — unpasteurised and unfiltered.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
tropical
floral
hoppy
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kaleidoscope Pale Ale

Appearance

Pale golden in color with a bright, luminous quality characteristic of New Zealand hop-forward ales. The beer presents a light haze from its unfiltered nature, which catches the light pleasantly. A fine, persistent white head forms with good retention and delicate lacing on the glass.

pale goldenlightly hazyfine head retention

Aroma

The nose is dominated by ripe tropical fruit notes—passionfruit, mango, and stone fruit—layered with bright citrus zest and a subtle floral undertone. A whisper of coconut adds complexity without overwhelming the composition. The overall impression is clean and aromatic, with no yeasty or oxidative character.

tropical fruitcitrus zestfloral notescoconut

Taste

The palate opens with crisp citrus and tropical fruit character that mirrors the aroma, supported by a light, clean malt base. Moderate bitterness arrives mid-palate at 38 IBU, providing balance without harshness. The beer finishes dry and refreshing, with the hop character remaining prominent throughout.

citrus-forwardtropical fruitmoderate bitternessdry finish

Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, allowing the drinker to return to the aromatic qualities without lingering bitterness. A light, crisp aftertaste lingers briefly before fading.

cleancrisplight
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
81
Appearance
79
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Kaleidoscope Pale Ale

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Kaleidoscope Pale Ale

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, citrusy, fruity character as Kaleidoscope Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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