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Ice Witch

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A light golden ale single-hopped with American Citra: intense aromas of tropical fruit, mango and pineapple over a hint of background biscuit malt, leading into a strong but easy-drinking bitterness. The name comes from the icy cold winds that sweep over Pendle Hill. 4.3%, brewed all year and sold in bottles.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalfruitycitrusy
tropical
fruity
citrusy
hoppy
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by vibrant tropical stone fruit and citrus from the single Citra hop charge.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Ice Witch

◎ Appearance

Ice Witch presents a bright, light golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. Carbonation is lively and even, with good lacing retention on the glass as you drink.

light goldenclearpersistent foam

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant tropical stone fruit and citrus from the single Citra hop charge. Mango and pineapple leap forward with intensity, while a subtle biscuity maltiness provides gentle structure beneath the exuberant top notes.

tropical fruitmango and pineappleCitra hop charactersubtle malt backbone

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with the tropical and citrus character from the aroma carrying through cleanly. The mid-palate remains light and drinkable, supported by a solid backbone of pale malt, before a strong yet balanced bitterness emerges in the finish without any harshness.

bright tropical notescitrus-forwardfirm bitternessclean and dry

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with the hop bitterness persisting pleasantly into the aftertaste. A faint echo of pineapple remains as the malt fades, leaving the palate cleansed and ready for another sip.

drylingering hop bite
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
82
Appearance
85
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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