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Whitstable Bay 0.5% Pale Ale

Shepherd Neame
England·Alcohol-Free Pale Ale
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Vibrant citrus and lively hops set the tone, and the finish stays clean and balanced. This low-alcohol pale ale at 0.5% follows Whitstable Bay Pale Ale (27 IBU) and is hopped harder, with 32 IBU from Challenger, Jester, Mosaic and Amarillo. Pale gold and crisp, it was made so that fans of the 4.0% original can enjoy a low-alcohol version, and it speaks to ale and lager drinkers alike. Sold in bottles.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter32 IBU
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
citrusycleanhoppy
citrusy
clean
hoppy
orange
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus character from Amarillo and Mosaic hops, layered with herbaceous and floral notes typical of the Jester and Challenger varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Whitstable Bay 0.5% Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale gold in color with bright clarity and lively carbonation evident throughout the glass. A fine white head forms with good initial retention and leaves delicate lacing on the glass as it subsides. The overall presentation is crisp and inviting, befitting a modern alcohol-free pale ale.

pale goldclearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus character from Amarillo and Mosaic hops, layered with herbaceous and floral notes typical of the Jester and Challenger varieties. A subtle malt backbone emerges underneath, offering light grain sweetness without overwhelming the hop-forward profile. Clean and refreshing, with no off-notes or alcohol warmth.

citrusherbalfloralclean malt foundation

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and light-bodied, with citrus and hop bitterness establishing themselves immediately. The mid-palate remains balanced between restrained malt sweetness and the 32 IBU hop charge, avoiding harsh edges while maintaining good definition. Bitterness is clean and structured, fading gradually to allow the underlying grain character to emerge.

citrus bitebalanced bitternesslight-bodiedclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp, with lingering hop bitterness that stays pleasant rather than aggressive. Clean aftertaste with no cloying sweetness, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

drycrisplingering hop finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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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What is a Alcohol-Free 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.

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