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Pumphouse Pale Ale

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A balanced sweetness and hop character, with a floral aroma and a light spice from late hopping with Ernest: an English-style pale ale that is Sambrook's take on the classic. Admiral, Goldings and Ernest hops sit on pale malt, at 4.2%. The name comes from the pumphouse in Battersea Park, a local landmark.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralhoppynoble hop
floral
hoppy
noble hop
spicy
clean
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced floral notes from the hop selection, complemented by a delicate noble-hop character that adds refinement.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pumphouse Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pumphouse presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with steady lacing. The carbonation is visible and lively, contributing to a clean, inviting appearance. Light plays through the liquid with warmth characteristic of a well-crafted pale ale.

bright goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced floral notes from the hop selection, complemented by a delicate noble-hop character that adds refinement. Beneath this sits a clean pale malt foundation with subtle sweetness. Late additions of Ernest hops introduce a gentle spice that lifts the profile without overwhelming.

floral hopsnoble-hop refinementsubtle sweetnesslight spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with balanced sweetness and hoppy character working in tandem. A crisp, citrusy mid-palate keeps the beer light and refreshing, while the 35 IBUs provide measured bitterness that never dominates. The combination of Admiral, Goldings, and Ernest hops creates layered complexity without heaviness.

balanced sweetnesshoppy charactermeasured bitternesscitrus notes

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp, with bitterness fading to a gentle spice that lingers briefly. The aftertaste remains dry and refreshing, encouraging another sip without residual sweetness.

clean finishdry aftertastegentle spice
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 7–10°C

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.

Pint glass

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

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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.

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