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Triple Point Pale Ale

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Triple Point's gluten-free flagship pale — citrusy and refreshing, brewed in the heart of Sheffield's Kelham Island brewery district. Available on keg and cask in Sheffield's independent bars.

ABV
4.5%
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
citrusyhoppymalty
citrusy
hoppy
malty
clean
fruity
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—orange peel and lime zest predominate—layered over clean, restrained noble hop character.
also:orange
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Triple Point Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, effervescent character. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving delicate lacing on the walls. The carbonation is lively and persistent, lending visual vivacity to the pour.

pale goldenbright clarityfine white headpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—orange peel and lime zest predominate—layered over clean, restrained noble hop character. Subtle breadiness and light fruity esters emerge in the background, supported by a gentle malty foundation that does not dominate. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with no harsh or oxidative notes.

citrus-forwardorange peelnoble hopslight fruity esters

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with citrus flavors complementing a balanced hoppy bite. Mid-palate reveals moderate maltiness—soft, bready undertones that provide structure without heaviness. Bitterness arrives as a clean, measured finish rather than a sharp assault, integrated naturally into the whole and proportionate to the beer's modest ABV.

crisp entrybalanced bitternesssubtle maltinessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with residual citrus character and a light hoppy bite persisting pleasantly on the palate. No cloying sweetness or rough edges remain.

dry finishcitrus persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
79
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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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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