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Table Beer

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The Kernel's crown jewel — super-flavourful, super-low ABV. A pale ale around 3% ABV with genuine hop character. "Forces you to confront and consider what you are drinking." Named after the historical concept of everyday low-strength beer drunk at mealtimes. The beer that defined the modern session ale movement in London.

ABV
3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycleancitrusy
hoppy
clean
citrusy
malty
fruity
herbal
Aroma
The nose leads with bright, herbal hop character—citrus zest and green notes dominate without aggression.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Table Beer

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. A thin, delicate head forms quickly and recedes to a fine ring of lacing around the glass. Carbonation is visible and steady, lending the beer a lively, appetizing presence.

pale goldencrystalline clarityfine lacingbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright, herbal hop character—citrus zest and green notes dominate without aggression. A clean malt foundation supports the hops, contributing gentle biscuit undertones. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with no off-aromas or solvent notes.

citrus zestherbal hopsclean malt backbonebright, focused nose

◐ Taste

Entry is light and refreshing, with immediate hop bitterness that feels balanced rather than dominant at 40 IBU. Mid-palate reveals soft malty sweetness and fruity esters that complement the hop structure. The bitterness builds gently toward the finish, lingering as a dry, pleasant grip on the palate.

balanced bitternessfruity estersdry griplight-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and relatively short, leaving behind a clean, dry aftertaste with subtle citrus and herbal notes. No residual sweetness clings to the palate.

dry, clean finishsubtle citrus fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
82
Appearance
81
Finish
80
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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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