Retro Racer
Retro Racer is the flagship pale ale of Neon Raptor and a fixed part of the core range brewed in Nottingham. It pours yellow and is brewed with barley, oats and wheat, which give it a soft, light body. The hopping pairs Simcoe with Vic Secret: the brewery describes the flavour as dank and citrusy, and the two varieties bring notes of pine resin, grapefruit and a little tropical fruit. The brewery calls the hop bill balanced and the beer easy-going.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Retro Racer
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.
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
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same clean, crisp, hoppy character as Retro Racer will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.