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Ice Cream Classics Ace

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Fruity, with the taste of an ice lolly, in a pale ale at 5.0%. Ace is the brewery's twist on a fabulous choice from your local ice cream van, and the newest release of its Ice Cream Classics.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitycleanhoppy
fruity
clean
hoppy
citrusy
malty
Aroma
An inviting nose dominated by bright fruity esters and candy-like sweetness reminiscent of frozen confectionery.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Ice Cream Classics Ace

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a dynamic visual presence.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent head

◌ Aroma

An inviting nose dominated by bright fruity esters and candy-like sweetness reminiscent of frozen confectionery. Subtle noble hop character provides a gentle herbal undertone without overwhelming the playful character.

fruity esterscandy-like sweetnessnoble hops

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a soft, approachable sweetness that echoes ice lolly flavours, balanced by a restrained bitterness of 35 IBU. The malt base remains clean and understated, allowing the fruity adjunct character to shine throughout the mid-palate.

soft sweetnessfruity characterbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

A clean, refreshing finish with lingering fruity notes and a gentle drying sensation. The aftertaste is light and crisp, encouraging another sip.

clean finishrefreshingfruity aftertaste
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
75
Appearance
78
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

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 fruity, sweet, refreshing character as Ice Cream Classics Ace will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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