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Vagabund Pale Ale

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A German Pale Ale with balanced malt character and citrus hop notes. Light-bodied with moderate bitterness and a dry, clean finish. Smooth and approachable at 5% ABV.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleancitrusyhoppy
clean
citrusy
hoppy
malty
fruity
Aroma
Citrus hop notes dominate the nose, with bright lemon and grapefruit characteristics complementing subtle grain maltiness.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Vagabund Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity that showcases the beer's light character. The head is white and moderately persistent, with fine carbonation creating a lively visual presentation typical of well-crafted pale ales.

goldenclearwhite headbright

◌ Aroma

Citrus hop notes dominate the nose, with bright lemon and grapefruit characteristics complementing subtle grain maltiness. Clean and inviting without any harsh or astringent qualities, the aroma is crisp and refreshing, inviting the drinker in.

citrushoppycrispclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a light malt sweetness that quickly transitions to assertive citrus hop flavors. Moderate bitterness builds through the mid-palate at 30 IBUs, creating excellent balance without overwhelming the subtle fruity and grainy notes that follow.

hoppycitrusbalancedcrisp

◑ Finish

The finish is distinctly dry and clean, with lingering hop bitterness that gradually fades without any residual sweetness. A refreshing aftertaste that encourages another sip, exemplifying the approachable drinkability of this German pale ale.

drycleanrefreshing
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
81
Appearance
82
Finish
80
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

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 clean, citrusy, dry character as Vagabund Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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