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Love Lane Pale Ale

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Citra and Cascade carry grapefruit and lemon into the aroma, and a bitterness lingers long after the sip. The name comes from Love Lane in Liverpool's L3 district, where this pale ale was first brewed in 2010, in a converted railway arch. The American-style beer runs at 4.5 % ABV on keg and in the 5-litre mini keg, and at 4.3 % in the 440 ml can.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppyclean
citrusy
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant whole leaf citrus notes—lemon and grapefruit—balanced by a subtle biscuit malt undertone that grounds the composition.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Love Lane Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine carbonation that sustains a delicate white head. The beer presents a light, inviting visual profile typical of the American Pale Ale style, with clean lacing that adheres moderately to the glass.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationwhite head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant whole leaf citrus notes—lemon and grapefruit—balanced by a subtle biscuit malt undertone that grounds the composition. The aromatic profile is crisp and clean, with enough hop character to command attention without overwhelming the softer grain notes beneath.

citrus forwardwhole leaf hopsbiscuit maltcrisp

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a light, clean malt sweetness that evolves into pronounced citrus bitterness in the mid-palate. The biscuity malt character provides structure and a gentle, bready note that balances the herbal hop bite, while moderate carbonation keeps the overall impression refreshing and dry.

citrus bitterbready malthoppyrefreshing

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and persistent, with lingering citrus notes and a measured bitterness that fades cleanly. The aftertaste remains crisp and refreshing, leaving a pleasant hoppy impression without harshness.

dry finishcitrus lingeringclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
77
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About American Pale Ale

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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.

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