Simcoe
A single-hop pale ale built on one variety: Simcoe's prominent grapefruit aroma comes first, giving way to pine and a citrus bitterness. A simple malt bill and a silky mouthfeel leave the hop room to work. The same variety also turns up in Indian Summer and Inn Keeper, alongside other hops. The strength is 4.8 %.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Simcoe
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.
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.
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.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, hoppy, piney character as Simcoe will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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