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Shipyard American Pale Ale

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Shipyard American Pale Ale carries the brand of the Shipyard brewery from Portland, Maine, and is brewed and bottled in the UK. It is pale amber and dry-hopped with four American varieties: Chinook, Cascade, Columbus and Centennial. Grapefruit and lemon dominate the aroma, and the taste follows with zesty citrus fruit. It is an easy-drinking ale of 4.5 %.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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 opens with pronounced citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon, driven by the four American hop varieties in the dry-hop schedule.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Shipyard American Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale amber in color with a bright, translucent clarity and a fine white head that settles to a thin collar with moderate lacing. Carbonation is visible and well-integrated, imparting a lively character to the glass.

pale amberclearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon, driven by the four American hop varieties in the dry-hop schedule. Underneath lies a clean, subtle malt backbone that supports the bright hop character without adding sweetness or heaviness.

grapefruit, lemonAmerican Edelhopfendry-hoppedclean malt

◐ Taste

Zesty citrus fruit dominates the palate, with the Cascade, Centennial, Chinook, and Columbus hops delivering consistent grapefruit and lemon notes through the mid-palate. Bitterness is moderate and integrated, finishing dry without sharp edges, making this an accessible and refreshing pour despite its hop-forward profile.

citrus-forwardmoderate bitternessdryeasy-drinking

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and brisk, with lingering citrus notes that fade gracefully into a dry aftertaste. No residual sweetness or harsh bite remains.

clean dry finishcitrus aftertaste
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
76
Appearance
75
Finish
74
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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