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Pacific Rain

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Hop aromas of citrus and tropical fruit lift this easy-drinking, light-bodied pale ale, which Ninkasi brews as a seasonal beer for spring. Centennial, Eureka Salvo, Simcoe Cryo, Citra T-45 and Nelson Sauvin Abstrax hops sit on a malt bill of 2-row, Carafoam and white wheat, with bitterness at 35 IBU. Made to brighten up a rainy day.

ABV
5.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
tropicalcitrusyhoppy
tropical
citrusy
hoppy
fruity
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by tropical and citrus notes from a sophisticated hop blend—Citra T-45 and Nelson Sauvin Abstrax contribute stone fruit and passionfruit character, while Centennial and Eureka Salvo add grapefruit and orange zest.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pacific Rain

◎ Appearance

Pacific Rain presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and lively carbonation that lifts a generous, cream-colored head. The foam displays good retention and leaves a fine lattice of lacing along the glass. The overall impression is clean and inviting, appropriate for a spring seasonal.

golden, brightexcellent claritypersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by tropical and citrus notes from a sophisticated hop blend—Citra T-45 and Nelson Sauvin Abstrax contribute stone fruit and passionfruit character, while Centennial and Eureka Salvo add grapefruit and orange zest. Beneath these bright aromatics lies a soft, grainy maltiness from the 2-row and white wheat base, grounding the profile without imposing sweetness.

tropical fruitcitrus zestpassionfruitsoft grain

◐ Taste

Entry is light and crisp, with tropical and citrus flavors mirroring the aromatic promise. The mid-palate remains refreshingly dry, with restrained bitterness at 35 IBU providing definition without harshness; the Cryo-processed Simcoe contributes subtle pine and herbal nuance. Carafoam and white wheat add just enough body and a whisper of wheat character to prevent the beer from feeling thin, while maintaining exceptional drinkability.

tropical, citrusdry, crisprestrained bitternesslight-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and short to medium, with the hop bitterness fading gracefully into a dry, slightly fruity aftertaste. No lingering sweetness or astringency remains, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

dry finishclean, shortfruity aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
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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