Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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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.
Finding a similar Pale Ale
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Stone & Wood Pacific Ale
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.
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Stone & Wood Pacific Ale
◎ Appearance
A pale golden hue with a hazy, inviting clarity that showcases the wheat-soft body characteristic of this Australian pale ale. A bright white head forms readily and maintains good retention, while active carbonation creates a lively, effervescent presence in the glass.
◌ Aroma
The nose is immediately captivating, dominated by the distinctive Galaxy hop profile delivering stunning passionfruit and tropical fruit aromatics. Clean malt undertones support the vibrant hop character without overwhelming, creating an inviting, fruit-forward first impression.
◐ Taste
The palate opens crisp and refreshing with citrus notes leading into a tropical fruit mid-palate that echoes the nose beautifully. A light, clean grain foundation provides structure while restrained bitterness (20 IBU) balances the fruitiness, finishing dry without astringency.
◑ Finish
A clean, dry finish with lingering subtle passionfruit notes that encourage another sip. The aftertaste is refreshing and sessionable, never harsh or overly bitter.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Stone & Wood Pacific Ale