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Sundog

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A copper-red amber ale with a Great-Lakes casualness to it. Toasted caramel malt in the middle, a light nutty note from the crystal grains, and a moderate American hop finish to keep things balanced rather than sweet. Sundog is what New Holland brings to the porch when the afternoon turns gold — quiet, but rewarding.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltytoastycaramel
malty
toasty
caramel
bready
hoppy
honey
Aroma
The nose opens with toasted caramel and soft biscuit notes, underpinned by warm Malz character.
also:nutty,floral
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sundog

◎ Appearance

A clear copper-red body with bright, translucent depth. The head is off-white and moderately persistent, building a light lacing ring along the glass. Carbonation is fine and steady, creating a gentle shimmer throughout the pour.

copper-redclearmoderate headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with toasted caramel and soft biscuit notes, underpinned by warm Malz character. A subtle honey sweetness emerges alongside delicate floral and nutty undertones, while moderate American hop aromatics add a touch of herbal composure without dominating.

toasted caramelbiscuitsubtle honeyfloral and nutty

◐ Taste

The palate leads with rounded caramel and toasted grain sweetness, bolstered by a bready mid-palate that feels soft and well-integrated. A moderate American hop bitterness arrives in the centre, balancing the malt without pushing toward dryness, creating a smooth, unhurried progression.

caramel-forwardbalanced bitternesssmooth mouthfeel

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, trailing toasted grain and a faint nutty echo. The hop bitterness recedes gracefully, leaving a gentle warmth and a quiet sense of refreshment.

clean finishnutty aftertaste
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
81
Appearance
82
Finish
78
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Amber Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, toasty, caramel character as Sundog will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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