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Tropical aromas meet a balanced bitterness in this hazy 5% pale ale. Crash is named after a rough fabric made from yarns that are usually undyed. SALT names many of its beers after fabrics and weaving terms, among them Jute, Huckaback, Serge and Tram.

ABV
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
tropicalfruityhoppy
tropical
fruity
hoppy
juicy
Aroma
The nose opens with distinct tropical fruit notes—mango, passionfruit, and citrus pith—layered over a clean, slightly herbal hop character.
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Crash

◎ Appearance

Crash presents a hazy, golden-amber body with a soft, diffused appearance characteristic of the style. The head is modest but persistent, with fine bubbles that create delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is gentle and refined, contributing to an inviting, approachable visual presence.

golden-amberhazy, brightfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with distinct tropical fruit notes—mango, passionfruit, and citrus pith—layered over a clean, slightly herbal hop character. Beneath the fruit sits a soft, restrained malt base that grounds the composition without asserting sweetness. The overall impression is fresh and herbaceous, with no phenolic or yeasty intrusions.

tropical fruitpassionfruit, citrusherbal Edelhopfenclean malt

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and fruit-forward, delivering ripe tropical notes that persist into the mid-palate without cloying. A balanced, moderate bitterness emerges mid-sip—enough to provide structure without dominating—while the body remains light and approachable. The finish dries gradually, allowing both hop and malt to fade in measured tandem.

tropical, juicybalanced bitternesssmooth entrydry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and lingering, with a gentle herbal dryness that encourages the next sip. No harsh astringency or residual sweetness interferes with the crisp, refreshing conclusion.

dry, herbalrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
75
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.

Finding a similar Hazy Pale Ale

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