Half Dome
Underripe mango and pineapple lead, and clean herbal notes of sweet basil and papaya come through on the finish. Galaxy, Citra and Simcoe form the hop trio of this 5.3% pale ale, which sits on a smooth base of Pilsner malt, wheat, oats and a low share of Vienna malt. It balances drinkability with exuberant hop character.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Half Dome
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.
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, fruity, herbal character as Half Dome will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.