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Overtone Pale Ale

Overtone Brewing Co.
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

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
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.

Nothing dominates, and that is the craft — each element gets room to be tasted.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
orange
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
Distinctive notes
smooth drinking
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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
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Overtone 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 Overtone Pale Ale

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

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

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