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West Sixth Amber Ale

West Sixth Brewing
United States·American Amber Ale
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Rich caramel malt sweetness balanced by earthy Cascade and Centennial hops. Easy-drinking amber with a smooth, nutty finish. Lexington's most beloved everyday beer and the beer that launched West Sixth's reputation.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
nuttycaramelearthy
nutty
caramel
earthy
hoppy
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with toasted caramel malt and a gentle nuttiness, followed by earthy undertones from Cascade and Centennial hops.
also:orange
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for West Sixth Amber Ale

◎ Appearance

Medium amber hue with bright clarity and excellent transparency. A dense, off-white head forms readily and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is moderate and even, creating a visually inviting pour.

medium ambercleardense headgood lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with toasted caramel malt and a gentle nuttiness, followed by earthy undertones from Cascade and Centennial hops. Subtle orange citrus notes emerge on closer inspection, while the overall profile remains approachable and balanced without aggressive hop intensity.

caramel maltearthy hopsnuttycitrus notes

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malt-forward, with pronounced caramel sweetness and hazelnut character developing across the mid-palate. Bitterness is restrained at 30 IBU, allowing the earthy hop character to integrate naturally rather than dominate. The finish is clean and dry without astringency.

caramel-drivennutty texturebalanced bitternesssmooth palate

◑ Finish

The aftertaste fades gently with lingering notes of toasted malt and a whisper of earthy hops. Refreshingly dry despite the initial sweetness, leaving no cloying residue.

dry finishmalt persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
74
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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 Amber Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar American Amber Ale

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