Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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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.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Septem Friday Pale Ale
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Septem Friday Pale Ale
◎ Appearance
Friday Pale Ale displays a bright golden hue characteristic of the English pale ale style, with excellent clarity that showcases the beer's clean brewing. A modest white head forms with good retention, supported by crisp carbonation that creates a visually inviting presentation.
◌ Aroma
The nose opens with vibrant citrus and floral notes from carefully selected European hops, accompanied by subtle herbal and pine undertones. A light, clean malt backbone provides gentle breadiness without overwhelming the hop-forward character, creating an approachable and inviting aromatic profile.
◐ Taste
Entry is crisp and balanced with moderate malt sweetness that provides body without heaviness. The mid-palate develops citrus and hoppy characteristics with subtle pine notes, leading seamlessly into a clean bitter finish at 35 IBU that feels neither aggressive nor timid.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and dry with lingering hop bitterness that fades gracefully. A pleasant herbal and slightly dry aftertaste encourages another sip, embodying the sessionable nature of this approachable craft ale.
Food Pairing
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