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Whoopsie Daisy

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Bright, zesty and thirst-quenching, this amber ale pairs citrus with caramel and toast. Hops from the Pacific Coast of the United States give it its lift. At 4.5% it is a 2026 Cask Club release, brewed in limited batches and poured in select South West pubs for a short time.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelcitrusytoasty
caramel
citrusy
toasty
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with citrus notes from Pacific Coast hops, layered beneath warm caramel and subtle toasted grain character.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Whoopsie Daisy

◎ Appearance

Whoopsie Daisy presents a bright amber hue with excellent clarity and a well-defined white head that shows good retention and adhesion to the glass. The carbonation is moderate and visible, contributing to a lively and inviting visual presence.

bright ambercleargood head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with citrus notes from Pacific Coast hops, layered beneath warm caramel and subtle toasted grain character. Herbal and resinous hop aromas provide lift without dominance, creating a balanced and approachable profile.

citrus-forwardcaramel sweetnessherbal hops

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with citrus character immediately evident on the palate. The mid-palate develops caramel and toasted malt sweetness, while hop bitterness emerges gradually at 28 IBU—restrained but present—providing structure without harshness. The malt backbone remains smooth and supports the overall balance.

citrus bitecaramel maltcontrolled bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, fading to a dry, crisp aftertaste with lingering hop and toast notes. Thirst-quenching character dominates the close, leaving an invitation to the next sip.

dry finishrefreshing aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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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About Amber Ale

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What is a Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

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