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Salvation

Charnwood Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Charnwood's flagship pale — the beer that built the brewery's award-winning reputation. Citrusy and refreshing with American hop character. Available at the Loughborough taproom and across Leicestershire.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
orange
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Salvation

Appearance

Salvation presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucency. A modest white head forms quickly and shows good retention, leaving fine lacing down the glass as it settles. The beer displays lively carbonation throughout, creating a vibrant, inviting visual presence.

pale goldenclearfine lacing

Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes — orange zest and grapefruit — backed by classic American hop character with subtle floral undertones. A light malty foundation provides gentle support without overwhelming the aromatic profile. The overall impression is clean and appetizing, with no yeast-derived esters or phenols.

citrus zestAmerican hopsfloral accents

Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with moderate bitterness (38 IBU) that sits at the forefront without being aggressive. The mid-palate balances hoppy character against soft malty sweetness, allowing citrus and subtle fruit flavors to develop. Finish is dry and clean, with the bitterness lingering pleasantly without harshness.

balanced bitternesscitrus forwardclean finish

Finish

The aftertaste is short to medium in length, with lingering bitter notes that fade to a dry, refreshing conclusion. No cloying sweetness remains — the palate is left clean and eager for the next sip.

drybrief aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Salvation

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Salvation

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, crisp character as Salvation will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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