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Saltaire Cascade

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One of the brewery's classics, named after the single hop variety that shapes it. Saltaire sells it as an American pale ale. It pours a bright, rich pale gold. Pink grapefruit dominates the aroma, and the palate follows with punchy citrus over a light malt base brewed with barley and wheat. The bitterness is distinct and lingers into a dry finish, clearly firmer than in the Blonde. Sold in bottle and on cask.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2010
SIBA Indie Beer Awards
Premium Bitters
★Gold — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (Premium Bitters)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppymalty
citrusy
hoppy
malty
wheat
orange
clean
Aroma
Pink grapefruit leads the nose with distinctive citrus character, immediately signaling the Cascade hop contribution.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Saltaire Cascade

◎ Appearance

Pours a bright, rich pale gold with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with notable persistence, leaving delicate lacing as the beer is consumed. A visually clean and inviting presentation characteristic of well-crafted pale ales.

pale goldbright clarityfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Pink grapefruit leads the nose with distinctive citrus character, immediately signaling the Cascade hop contribution. The malt base provides a subtle, supporting sweetness beneath the assertive hop bouquet. No harsh alcoholic heat or off-notes; the aroma remains clean and fruit-forward throughout.

pink grapefruitcitrus-forwardCascade hopclean

◐ Taste

Entry is bright and punchy with zesty citrus that follows the aromatic promise. The palate balances this with a light malt foundation built from barley and wheat, offering just enough sweetness to support the hop character without heaviness. Bitterness arrives with definition and carries through to the finish, noticeably firmer than comparable styles.

citrus bitelight malt basedistinctive bitternessbarley-wheat blend

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with the hop bitterness holding firm well into the aftertaste. No cloying sweetness remains; the drying sensation leaves the palate clean and ready for another sip.

dry finishlasting bitternessclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
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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