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Happy Coincidence

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Happy Coincidence is a Belgian-style pale ale at 4.8 %, the second collaboration between Tap Social and Duration Brewing. It was made for the fifth edition of the Change is Brewing festival in Oxford and showcases the hop varieties Nobella and Bravo. The beer is snappy and zesty, with a spicy note and a dry, bitter finish. It is available in cans and on draught.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
spicycitrusyhoppy
spicy
citrusy
hoppy
fruity
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with the characteristic spicy, herbal notes of Nobella and Bravo hops, lending a peppery and citrus-forward character.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Happy Coincidence

◎ Appearance

Happy Coincidence presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, translucent character. The head forms quickly with fine, persistent bubbles that leave delicate lacing as the beer is consumed. Carbonation is crisp and well-integrated, creating a lively visual presence in the glass.

pale goldenbright clarityfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with the characteristic spicy, herbal notes of Nobella and Bravo hops, lending a peppery and citrus-forward character. Beneath the hop aromatics lies a subtle malt foundation with gentle bread notes and a whisper of honey sweetness. The overall expression is clean and refreshing, with no yeast-driven esters competing for attention.

herbal spicecitrus notesbread maltcrisp hop character

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a snappy, zesty entry that immediately engages the taste buds with hop bitterness and a peppery spice. The mid-palate is lean and focused, with the Edelpilzen varieties delivering a dry, assertive bitterness that builds steadily. The malt backbone remains restrained, allowing the hops to remain the dominant voice throughout the development.

zesty attackpeppery spicedry bitternesslean body

◑ Finish

The finish is long and dry, with lingering bitter notes that persist pleasantly on the palate. A slight herbal astringency carries through to the aftertaste, leaving no residual sweetness.

dry finishherbal aftertastelingering bitterness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Goblet

The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.

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About Belgian Pale Ale

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What is a Belgian 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 Belgian Pale Ale

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