Windstorm West Coast Pale Ale
Tropical fruit and citrus hop character, plus an earthy pine note in the aroma, in an unfiltered pale ale with a medium body. Brewed year-round at 5.4% ABV and 35 IBU and listed by the brewery as a West Coast Pale Ale. At the World Beer Awards it took Silver in the Canada Pale Ale category in 2018 and again in 2023.
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Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Windstorm West Coast Pale Ale
Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
About West Coast Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a West Coast 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.
Finding a similar West Coast Pale Ale
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, citrusy, earthy character as Windstorm West Coast Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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