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Long Ride

Confluence Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 230 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Named for the bike trails along the Greenbelt and Walnut Creek that run past the brewery. A sessionable, hop-forward pale ale with citrus brightness — the perfect companion for an active Des Moines lifestyle. One of Confluence's most enduring year-round beers.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Moderate bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

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.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
Distinctive notes
smooth drinking

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Long Ride

Appearance

Light golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation evident throughout. A moderate white head forms on the pour with good retention and delicate lacing along the glass. The beer presents a bright, inviting appearance that signals its sessionable nature.

light goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

Aroma

Bright citrus notes lead the nose, with grapefruit and tangerine character from the hop selection. Subtle malt backbone provides a clean, grainy foundation without heaviness. The aromatics are crisp and forward-facing, inviting immediate consumption.

grapefruittangerineclean grainhoppy forward

Taste

The palate opens with smooth citrus entry that carries through the mid-palate with balanced hop bitterness at 38 IBUs. Light malt sweetness grounds the flavor without creating residual sugar; the overall impression is crisp and refreshing. Bitterness fades cleanly into the finish without astringency.

citrus-drivenbalanced bitternesslight maltsmooth drinking

Finish

Clean, dry finish with a gentle citrus aftertaste that lingers briefly. The beer drinks light and easy, inviting another sip.

dry finishcitrus aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
78
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Long Ride

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 Long Ride

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 hoppy, citrusy, smooth-drinking character as Long Ride will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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