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Sassy Pale Ale

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A hazy pale at 5.5% and a close relative of Redwell's passionfruit beer. Bravo, Cascade and Chinook are the main hops, Citra and Simcoe the dry hops; oats in the mash give a robust yet smooth body. Tart fruitiness sets the aroma; on the palate a residual sweetness comes first, then tart passionfruit and a moreish hop bitterness. In the range since 2022.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitytarttropical
fruity
tart
tropical
hoppy
juicy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright, tart stone fruit and passionfruit notes from the Citra and Simcoe dry hops, immediately suggesting the beer's character.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sassy Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden with a soft haze from suspended oats, presenting a cloudy yet inviting visual. The head is generous and retains with moderate persistence, leaving delicate traces of lacing on the glass. Carbonation appears well-integrated, creating a fine, persistent bead.

pale goldenhazy from oatsmoderate head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright, tart stone fruit and passionfruit notes from the Citra and Simcoe dry hops, immediately suggesting the beer's character. Cascade and Chinook contribute subtle citrus and herbal undertones beneath. The oat mash supports a soft, biscuity backdrop that prevents the hops from dominating the overall impression.

passionfruittart citrusherbal undertonessoft biscuit

◐ Taste

Entry brings residual sweetness from the malt and oat adjuncts, establishing a full yet approachable mouthfeel. Mid-palate transitions into tart passionfruit and stone fruit flavours, where the dry-hop character shines without overwhelming. The finish settles into a measured hop bitterness (40 IBU) that is moreish rather than aggressive, balancing the initial sweetness.

residual sweetnesspassionfruit tartnessmoreish bitterness

◑ Finish

The aftertaste lingers with lingering hop character and subtle fruitiness, gradually fading into a clean, dry conclusion. The moderate alcohol warmth is barely perceptible, allowing the flavour profile to remain in focus.

dry finishpersistent hop notes
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
77
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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 Hazy Pale Ale

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What is a Hazy 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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