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Limonata Pale

Wylam Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

An Ultra Pale which emulates almost toxic levels of citrus zing. A nuclear sherbet dib-dab of lemon, lime and tropical pineapple. Wylam's most refreshing everyday pale. Proceeds donated to the Wildlife Trust.

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

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

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
hoppy
orange
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Limonata Pale

Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, lemony hue typical of the style. A white head forms readily and maintains good retention, leaving fine lacing down the glass. Carbonation appears lively and persistent, creating steady streams of fine bubbles.

pale goldencrystal clearfine lacinglively carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads immediately with bright citrus notes—lemon and lime dominate, supported by hints of tropical pineapple and a subtle orange undertone. Noble hop character is evident without being aggressive, with clean, resinous edges. Malt presence is restrained, allowing the citrus aromatics to remain the focal point.

lemon, lime, tropicalnoble hop resinvibrant citrus

Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing with immediate citrus zing—lemon and lime flavors build quickly across the palate. Mid-palate balances fruity, hoppy notes with a light, clean malt body and a subtle sherbet sweetness. Bitterness arrives at moderate levels (38 IBU), providing structure without harshness, and maintains a dry, clean finish on the tongue.

citrus-drivencrisp entrybalanced bitternesssherbet sweetness

Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with lemon and lime notes fading gradually into a subtle peppery hop bitterness. Aftertaste remains clean and thirst-quenching, inviting the next sip.

dry finishcitrus fadequenching
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Limonata Pale

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 Limonata Pale

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 Limonata Pale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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