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pFriem Pale

pFriem Family Brewers
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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 235 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

pFriem Pale follows the newer American approach to pale ale: dry-hopped at a rate close to an IPA, but lighter and easier to drink. Standard two-row and pilsner malt form the base, with Citra, Mosaic and Nelson Sauvin in the hop bill and a moderate 25 IBU. It glows golden under a crown of white foam. Fruity aromas of melon, passion fruit, berries and citrus lead into juicy flavors of mango and cantaloupe, and the beer finishes full, crisp and clean. It has been part of the year-round lineup since 2020.

ABV
5.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
SRM
golden7
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AWARDS

Silver · 2025
World Beer Cup
International Pale Ale
Bronze · 2022
European Beer Star
New-Style Pale Ale
Gold · 2025
Oregon Beer Awards
Sessionable Hoppy Beers
Silver · 2025
Brussels Beer Challenge
★Silver — World Beer Cup (International Pale Ale)
★Bronze — European Beer Star (New-Style Pale Ale)
★Gold — Oregon Beer Awards (Sessionable Hoppy Beers)
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

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.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
No character signal.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for pFriem Pale

◎ Appearance

pFriem Pale presents a luminous golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A substantial crown of white foam caps the pour, displaying firm retention and fine lacework along the glass. The carbonation is crisp and visible, with a steady stream of fine bubbles maintaining the head throughout.

golden, clearwhite foam headbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent stone fruit and tropical notes—melon, passion fruit, and ripe cantaloupe dominate the profile. Secondary aromas of bright citrus and berry emerge alongside clean, grassy undertones typical of Citra and Nelson Sauvin. The malt backbone is subdued, offering only subtle support without dominating the dry-hop character.

melon, passion fruitcitrus, berriestropical stone fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with juicy tropical fruit flavors—mango and cantaloupe take center stage, while subtle citrus notes provide definition. Bitterness remains restrained at 25 IBU, playing a supporting role rather than asserting itself; the beer drinks lighter and more approachable than its hop-forward construction suggests. The two-row and pilsner malts provide a clean, neutral base that allows the hop character to shine without obstruction.

mango, cantalouperestrained bitternessclean, dry

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and clean, with a refreshing dry quality that invites another sip. Lingering citrus and tropical notes fade gradually without leaving any sticky sweetness or harsh tannin behind.

crisp, drybright citrus note
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
81
Appearance
85
Finish
79
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of pFriem Pale

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 pFriem Pale

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 flavor character as pFriem Pale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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