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Pentland IPA

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Pale straw under a clean white head, with subtle citrus and floral notes from a blend of European and American hops. Bitterness stays moderate, and a smooth malt backbone underpins the fruity hop character. At 3.9 % ABV, a sessionable pale ale that sits between traditional Scottish brewing and modern hop-forward beers.

ABV
3.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter31 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
fruityfloralcitrusy
fruity
floral
citrusy
hoppy
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose presents a balanced blend of European and American hop character, with distinct citrus and floral notes in the foreground.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pentland IPA

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and a clean, bright white head that maintains moderate retention. Fine carbonation produces a steady stream of small bubbles, and the head leaves a delicate trail of lacing down the glass as it settles.

pale strawcrisp white headbright clarityfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a balanced blend of European and American hop character, with distinct citrus and floral notes in the foreground. Subtle fruity esters from the malt emerge beneath the hop profile, creating an inviting and approachable aromatic presence without aggressive bitterness or resinous intensity.

citrus and floralEuropean and American hopssubtle fruitinessclean and bright

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and refreshing, with a fruity hop character that unfolds across the palate without overwhelming intensity. The moderate bitterness (31 IBU) arrives mid-palate and remains restrained, allowing a clean malt backbone to provide foundation and body. Finish is dry and crisp, with citrus notes lingering gently into the aftertaste.

moderate bitternesssmooth malt basefruity hopsrefreshing palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and brief, with a dry quality that invites another sip. Citrus notes fade gracefully without any harsh or astringent aftertaste.

dry and cleancitrus fade
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

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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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