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NIX Pale Ale

United Kingdom·Alcohol-Free Pale Ale
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NIX Pale Ale is the alcohol-free pale ale of the WEST range, brewed at 0.5 percent from barley malt, a little wheat and several speciality malts that give it an amber tone and more body than its strength suggests. All the hops go in after the boil, so bitterness stays low while the aroma is pronounced: lemon and grapefruit up front, then tangerine and orange, a touch of melon and peach and a faint note of green tea. A bready malt base carries the citrus into a soft, smooth finish.

ABV
0.5%
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
citrusyfruityhoppy
citrusy
fruity
hoppy
bready
orange
malty
Aroma
The nose is driven by pronounced hop character, opening with vibrant lemon and grapefruit notes that immediately dominate the bouquet.
also:peach
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for NIX Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

NIX presents a bright amber hue with excellent clarity, characteristic of its 8 SRM profile. A fine, persistent head forms on the pour with good retention and delicate lacing around the glass. The carbonation is moderately lively, creating a visually inviting presentation despite the minimal alcohol content.

bright amberclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is driven by pronounced hop character, opening with vibrant lemon and grapefruit notes that immediately dominate the bouquet. Secondary aromatics reveal tangerine, orange, and subtle stone fruit—melon and peach—followed by a faint herbal whisper of green tea. The specialty malts provide a soft, bready undertone that grounds the citrus-forward profile without competing for attention.

citrus-forwardlemon, grapefruitstone fruit notesherbal tea hint

◐ Taste

The palate opens with clean, zesty citrus character that mirrors the aromatics, supported by a bready, slightly sweet malt foundation. The 40 IBU bitterness integrates smoothly without harshness, providing structure and balance rather than dominance. The body is surprisingly full for an alcohol-free beer, with the specialty malts contributing warmth and subtle depth throughout the mid-palate.

balanced bitternesscitrus-drivenfull-bodied for stylesoft malt base

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and soft, with citrus acidity fading gracefully into a gentle, lingering bready note. No harsh alcohol warmth or astringency; the aftertaste remains refreshing and approachable, inviting another sip.

soft finishrefreshing aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of NIX Pale Ale

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 NIX Pale Ale

About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Alcohol-Free 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 Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, fruity, smooth character as NIX Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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