Three Swords
Extra pale ale at 4.5% whose name comes from the coat of arms used by the Cistercian monks of Kirkstall Abbey. Three American hop varieties, Centennial, Cascade and Chinook, go in generously and give the beer its fruity character. One of the brewery's founding beers, already recorded in 2011, and today poured on cask and sold in bottles and cans.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Three Swords
Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
About Extra Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Extra 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 Extra Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same fruity, hoppy, citrusy character as Three Swords will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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