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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 %.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppypiney
citrusy
hoppy
piney
orange
clean
malty
Aroma
Simcoe hops lead with prominent grapefruit—citrus-forward and juicy on the nose.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Simcoe

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine carbonation that sustains a delicate white head. The lacing clings persistently to the glass, marking each sip with thin, refined bands. Light transmission reveals the beer's lean body and clean presentation.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

Simcoe hops lead with prominent grapefruit—citrus-forward and juicy on the nose. Pine and resinous notes emerge beneath, grounding the fruity top notes with a subtle woody character. The malt bill remains restrained, allowing the single hop variety to command the aromatic profile without obstruction.

grapefruitpine resincitrus-forwardclean hop presence

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and citrus-driven, with the characteristic grapefruit and orange notes of Simcoe developing across the palate. Mid-palate holds a silky, smooth mouthfeel that frames a measured bitterness—35 IBU provides restraint rather than aggression. The finish carries citrus and piney notes forward without sharp edges, leaving a clean, refreshing impression.

citrus bitesmooth mouthfeelbalanced bitternesspiney finish

◑ Finish

Dry and lingering, with grapefruit and pine fading gradually into a clean, mineral dryness. The low alcohol (4.8% ABV) allows the finish to remain crisp and inviting rather than warming or heavy.

dry finishcitrus faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
74
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.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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