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Noordt West Coast Session

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A tight hop bitterness runs through this 4% session pale ale, which Noordt brews dry, hoppy and low in strength. Noordt pitches it for long afternoons: low in alcohol, high in drinkability. Brewed in Rotterdam, where the brewery has been at work since 2015.

ABV
4%
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
hoppycleancitrusy
hoppy
clean
citrusy
malty
Aroma
Citrus-forward hop character dominates the nose, with crisp herbal and floral notes underlying the primary impression.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Noordt West Coast Session

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation. A fine white head forms readily and maintains modest lacing around the glass. The beer presents as visually clean and inviting, with good light transmission throughout.

pale goldenbright clarityfine white head

◌ Aroma

Citrus-forward hop character dominates the nose, with crisp herbal and floral notes underlying the primary impression. Light malt backbone offers subtle grain sweetness without overwhelming the composition. The aroma is fresh and clean, with no harsh alcohol or yeast-derived notes apparent.

citrus hopsherbal, floralsubtle grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a brisk hop bitterness that remains controlled and integrated rather than aggressive. Mid-palate shows citrus and light herbal character balanced against a lean malt foundation. Dryness builds through the finish, leaving a clean, bitter sensation that encourages continued drinking without heaviness.

integrated bitternesscitrus, herbaldry, lean

◑ Finish

A short to medium finish with persistent but not excessive bitterness. The aftertaste remains crisp and refreshing, with no lingering sweetness or warming alcohol.

short finishclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
77
Finish
76
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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