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Paradise No3

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Mango and pineapple jump out of this golden pale ale, and tropical fruit carries on through the palate. Citra, Ernest and Styrian Cardinal hops sit on a base of Maris Otter and Munich malt. A core-range pale ale at 4.3% ABV, brewed at the Mellor Brook brewery in the Ribble Valley for Thwaites' own pubs, inns and hotels.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalfruitycitrusy
tropical
fruity
citrusy
malty
hoppy
clean
Aroma
Tropical fruit dominates immediately, with prominent mango and pineapple notes backed by citrus undertones from the Citra, Ernest, and Styrian Cardinal hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Paradise No3

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is lively but refined, creating steady streams of small bubbles that build a clean ring of foam around the glass rim.

bright goldenclearfine headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Tropical fruit dominates immediately, with prominent mango and pineapple notes backed by citrus undertones from the Citra, Ernest, and Styrian Cardinal hops. The Maris Otter and Munich malt provides a subtle biscuity foundation that anchors the brighter aromatic elements without overwhelming them.

tropical fruitmango, pineapplecitrus hopssubtle biscuit

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with tropical and citrus flavors building through the mid-palate. The malted grain backbone adds a gentle sweetness and light body that supports the hop-driven character. Bitterness resolves into a clean, integrated finish with no harsh edges.

tropical-forwardcitrus-drivenlight malt sweetnessbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

Medium-short and clean, leaving a lingering hint of citrus and tropical fruit without astringency. The refreshing quality persists, inviting another sip.

cleancitrus persistencerefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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

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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.

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