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A clean, crisp ale with a finish in the style of a pilsner lager and aromas of citrus and mandarin from American Amarillo hops. G-Free is the gluten-free ale of a Suffolk brewery that sits in former farm buildings beside the moated St. Peter's Hall, and it comes in at 4.2 % ABV, deep in the Suffolk countryside.

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
cleancitrusyhoppy
clean
citrusy
hoppy
orange
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by bright citrus and mandarin notes from the American Amarillo hops, presenting a fresh, herbaceous quality.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for G-Free

◎ Appearance

G-Free presents a pale golden hue characteristic of its 8 SRM rating, with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, forming delicate Schaumkleiden around the glass as you drink. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, befitting a modern gluten-free pale ale.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by bright citrus and mandarin notes from the American Amarillo hops, presenting a fresh, herbaceous quality. Subtle malt undertones provide a gentle, biscuity base without overwhelming the hop-forward character. The overall aromatic profile is clean and straightforward, with no off-notes or yeasty intrusions.

citrus, mandarinAmerican Amarillo hopsherbaceouslight malt backbone

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and clean, with a bright citrus entry that carries through to the mid-palate. Moderate bitterness from the 35 IBU builds gradually, balanced by a light malt sweetness that prevents harshness. The body is lean and refreshing, never heavy, making the 4.2% ABV feel appropriate to the overall dryness and drinkability.

crisp, cleanmoderate bitternesscitrus-forwardlight body

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and quick, with lingering citrus notes that fade into a pleasant, slightly bitter aftertaste reminiscent of a pilsner lager. The refreshing quality persists to the end, inviting another sip.

dry finishcitrus persistencelager-like dryness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
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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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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