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Overtone Pale Ale

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Overtone's sessionable pale — citrusy and refreshing. The approachable everyday companion to the intense NEIPAs. Available at the Shawfield taproom and at craft beer bars and bottle shops across Scotland.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycleanhoppy
citrusy
clean
hoppy
fruity
floral
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with bright citrus notes—particularly orange zest and grapefruit—layered over a clean, understated malt foundation.
also:orange
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Overtone Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A white head forms readily and maintains good adhesion to the glass, leaving defined lacing on the walls. Carbonation is lively and persistent, contributing to the beer's overall sense of vitality.

pale goldenclear and brightwhite head with lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus notes—particularly orange zest and grapefruit—layered over a clean, understated malt foundation. Noble hop character emerges in the middle register, offering subtle herbal and floral undertones without any harsh or aggressive qualities. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, free from any yeast-derived funk or oxidation.

citrus zestorange and grapefruitnoble hop characterclean malt base

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a smooth, approachable bitterness balanced by a light grain sweetness that never becomes cloying. Mid-palate develops the citrus and floral elements hinted at in the aroma, with enough hop definition to keep the beer interesting without overwhelming the malt structure. Finish is clean and dry, with lingering citrus notes that encourage the next sip.

balanced bitternesslight grain sweetnesscitrus and floraldry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is crisp and fleeting, with a gentle hop bite that fades into a pleasant citrus memory. This beer leaves the palate clean and refreshed, making it ideal for extended sessions.

crisp fadecitrus memorydry and clean
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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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