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Thirst Born

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Spitting Feathers' session pale — taking the best of traditional techniques and combining with modern innovations, materials and ingredients. Gluten-free and vegan. Available at The Brewery Tap Chester on Bridge Street.

ABV
3.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusymalty
hoppy
citrusy
malty
mineral
clean
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with clean, citrus-forward hop character — lemon zest and grapefruit pith dominate without harshness.
also:bready
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Thirst Born

◎ Appearance

Thirst Born presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head forms with moderate persistence, leaving fine lacing on the glass as it recedes. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a gentle sparkle throughout.

pale goldenclear and brightmoderate head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean, citrus-forward hop character — lemon zest and grapefruit pith dominate without harshness. Beneath lies a soft, grainy maltiness that grounds the profile with subtle biscuity. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with no rough edges or oxidative notes.

citrus-forwardclean grainbalanced hop presence

◐ Taste

Entry is light and refreshing, with citrus flavors building immediately from the hops. The mid-palate balances hoppy bitterness against a clean, slightly mineral backbone, with hints of bread crust adding texture. Bitterness remains moderate and integrated rather than aggressive, finishing dry without astringency.

crisp citrusmineral mineralitydry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste fades quickly with a lingering hoppy dryness and subtle mineral edge. A clean, refreshing conclusion that leaves no cloying sweetness.

quick fadedry hoppy
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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 American Pale Ale

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What is a American 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.

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