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Sky APA

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A very drinkable American Pale Ale with notes of tropical fruit and California pine. The hop bill reads Citra, Cascade, Columbus, Simcoe, Summit and Amarillo, set on Pale Ale, Pilsner, Caramunich III and Carapils malts, and the beer stays unfiltered and unpasteurised. The name honours an American brewer who helped brew the very first batch. Brewed at 12° Plato.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter40 IBU
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
tropicalhoppypiney
tropical
hoppy
piney
fruity
citrusy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit — mango and passionfruit from the Citra and Amarillo hops — complemented by a pronounced California pine resin note from Simcoe and Cascade.
also:clean
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sky APA

◎ Appearance

Sky APA presents a bright golden-amber hue at SRM 7, with natural cloudiness from its unfiltered character lending a soft, hazy quality. The head forms quickly and holds with gentle retention, displaying fine Schaumkleiden along the glass. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a lively yet composed visual presence.

golden-ambernaturally hazypersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit — mango and passionfruit from the Citra and Amarillo hops — complemented by a pronounced California pine resin note from Simcoe and Cascade. Beneath lies a subtle, clean malt foundation from the Pale Ale and Pilsner base, allowing the hop character to remain in clear focus. The unfiltered nature adds a gentle, grainy earthiness without muddiness.

tropical fruitpine resinclean malt bed

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with immediate tropical and citrus notes settling into a piney mid-palate. The bitterness (40 IBU) is well-articulated but never harsh, providing structure without dominating; Caramunich III adds a touch of bread-like sweetness that balances the hop load. The beer drinks smooth and drinkable throughout, with a dry, clean finish that invites the next sip.

tropical-citrusbalanced bitternesssmooth drinking

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering pine and subtle citrus notes fading gracefully. No sharp edge or astringency; instead, a gentle herbal dryness that complements the overall refreshing character.

drypiney fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
75
Finish
76
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

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

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