Upstream
A dry-hopped pale ale, amber-gold in colour, that balances a bitter citrus hop character against a soft malt body. Grapefruit, orange peel and pine come through in the aroma, with apricot, a touch of honey and a toasty note from the malt. The body is light to medium. Before the brewery put its own name on its core beers, the same pale ale was sold in Ireland as Rosie's Pale Ale.
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Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Upstream
Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.
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About Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Pale Ale?
India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, toasty, piney character as Upstream will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.