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Modus XPA

Modus Brewing
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🌍 Australia · Extra Pale Ale · One of 21 Extra Pale Ales in hopIQ

Modus XPA joined the core range after a summer run as a keg-only release and has since become one of the brewery's most widely poured beers. It is a pale, crisp extra pale ale with a light malt body and a balanced, moderate bitterness, built for easy drinking. Bright tropical fruit leads on the nose with pineapple, passionfruit and lemon zest, while the palate stays clean and lightly bready before a dry, snappy finish.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
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

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Extra Pale Ale.
Hop character
tropical
citrusy
hoppy
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
Malt character
breadymalty

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Modus XPA

Appearance

Modus XPA presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, delicate head that shows good retention and lacing. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating an inviting visual presentation that signals the beer's crisp character.

pale goldenbright clarityfine head retention

Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced tropical fruit character, where pineapple and passionfruit dominate alongside bright citrus notes of lemon zest. Noble hops contribute to the aromatic profile, while the pale malt base remains understated, allowing the fruity and citrus elements to shine through clearly.

tropical fruitpineapple, passionfruitlemon zestnoble hops

Taste

The palate opens clean and lightly bready, with a delicate pale malt foundation that supports rather than dominates. A moderate, balanced bitterness develops through the mid-palate, maintaining dryness without harshness, before transitioning into a snappy, dry finish that emphasizes crispness and refreshment.

clean palatelight breadinessbalanced bitternessdry

Finish

The finish is dry and snappy with good length, leaving a lingering citrus and herbal aftertaste. The beer closes refreshing and clean, encouraging another sip without any cloying residue.

dry finishcitrus aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Modus XPA

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 Modus XPA

About Extra Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Extra 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 Extra Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, dry, fruity character as Modus XPA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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