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Peace Tree Red Rambler

Peace Tree Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · American Amber Ale · One of 56 American Amber Ales in hopIQ

Peace Tree's flagship American amber — 5.8% ABV, toasted-caramel malt spine, moderate citric hop lift, smooth-round finish. The Iowa brewery's longest-standing packaged beer, in 6-pack bottles for over a decade. Fuller-bodied than a pale ale, more approachable than a red IPA — the classic amber slot done straight.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber14
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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

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Amber Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
Malt character
malty
bready
caramel
toasty
nutty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
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Featured inThe Best American Amber Ales

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Peace Tree Red Rambler

Appearance

Deep amber to copper-red hue, clear and bright with excellent transparency. A dense, off-white head forms readily and clings persistently to the glass, leaving fine lacework down the sides. Carbonation is moderate and steady, characteristic of a well-conditioned ale.

deep amber-redclear and brightpersistent head retention

Aroma

Toasted and caramel-forward on the nose, with a foundation of biscuity malt character. Moderate citric and floral hop notes emerge from beneath, adding brightness without dominating. A subtle nuttiness rounds the profile, suggesting dry roasted grain without any burnt edges.

toasted maltcaramel sweetnesscitric hopsfloral lift

Taste

The palate opens with a full, round malt body centered on caramel and bread crust flavors. Moderate bittering provides balance without aggression; citric and floral hops integrate cleanly into the mid-palate. The finish maintains that bready, slightly nutty character while remaining smooth and approachable.

caramel-malt forwardbalanced bitternessclean citrus note

Finish

A medium-length, satisfying finish that tapers smoothly without astringency. The aftertaste leans toward biscuit and light toast, with residual hop character fading gracefully.

smooth taperbiscuit aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Peace Tree Red Rambler

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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 Peace Tree Red Rambler

About American Amber Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar American Amber Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, toasty, caramel character as Peace Tree Red Rambler will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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