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A single-hop pale ale brewed to put El Dorado front and center. Orange marmalade, apricot and floral perfume make up the aroma, with notes of spice and earth. At 5.5% it rests on American 2-Row, Caramel 40L, Carapils and flaked oats, and the brewery releases it only occasionally rather than year-round.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus 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
orangefloralhoppy
orange
floral
hoppy
fruity
earthy
spicy
Aroma
El Dorado hops dominate the nose with vibrant orange marmalade and apricot notes underscored by a delicate floral perfume.
also:caramel,malty,clean
not found:juicy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for a tiny beautiful something

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with distinct lacing. Carbonation is bright and lively, creating a steady stream of small bubbles that maintain the head's integrity throughout the drinking experience.

pale goldencrisp headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

El Dorado hops dominate the nose with vibrant orange marmalade and apricot notes underscored by a delicate floral perfume. Supporting layers of spice and earthy undertones add complexity without overshadowing the bold citrus character that defines the beer's aromatic profile.

orange marmaladefloral perfumespice and earth

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and stone fruit—particularly peach and apricot—balanced against a soft caramel sweetness from the oat and Carapils base. Mid-palate bitterness remains restrained at 35 IBU, allowing the hop-derived spice and subtle earthiness to weave through a clean, refreshing finish without harshness.

citrus-forwardstone fruitsoft caramelgentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with the floral and spice notes lingering pleasantly into a dry, clean aftertaste. At 5.5% ABV, the beer drinks lightly without any alcohol warmth.

dryrefreshingclean exit
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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

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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.

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