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Session Pale Ale

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Oppigårds' entry into mainstream Swedish retail — a folk beer built around hop character at 3.5%. Amarillo and Cascade give the citric-hop punch, the caramel-and-pilsner grain bill leaves enough residual sweetness for balance. Not a light beer pretending; a proper pale ale trimmed to session.

ABV
3.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyfloral
hoppy
citrusy
floral
bready
malty
orange
Aroma
Amarillo and Cascade hops lead with citrus and subtle floral notes—orange zest and mild herbal spice.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Session Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Bright pale gold with excellent clarity and fine white head that settles to a persistent ring. Carbonation is lively and visible throughout the glass. The beer presents as a classically proportioned pale ale rather than a light or reduced version.

pale goldclear, brightpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Amarillo and Cascade hops lead with citrus and subtle floral notes—orange zest and mild herbal spice. Beneath lies a clean malt base with light caramel and grain sweetness, neither harsh nor absent. The nose is fresh and straightforward, inviting without sharp alcohol or yeast character.

citrus, orangefloral, herbalclean maltbalanced

◐ Taste

The palate opens with brisk citric hop character and a moderate bitterness that frames rather than dominates. Caramel and pilsner malt provide gentle sweetness and bread-like body through the mid-palate, creating the promised balance. The finish dries progressively, leaving a slightly bitter and clean aftertaste without astringency.

citrus-forwardbalanced sweetnessmoderate bitternessbready, grainy

◑ Finish

Short to medium finish with a dry, slightly bitter conclusion. The aftertaste is clean and refreshing, encouraging another sip without lingering heaviness.

drycrisp finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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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