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Wicklow Wolf 0.5

Ireland·Alcohol-Free IPA
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Wicklow Wolf 0.5 is the alcohol-free IPA of the core range, declared at 0.5 per cent. Juicy citrus sets the aroma, and the finish is clean and fruity. Pale malt, Caramel Pils, Munich malt and oats make up the grist; Citra, Idaho 7, Centennial and HBC 682 are the hops. Bitterness is low at 20 IBU. The gluten from the barley is broken down to below 20 ppm.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
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
citrusyfruityjuicy
citrusy
fruity
juicy
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with juicy citrus character—grapefruit and tangerine notes from the Citra and Idaho 7 hops.
also:caramel
not found:piney,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Wicklow Wolf 0.5

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation. A modest white head forms and settles into a thin collar with fair retention and lacing. The beer presents a clean, inviting visual profile typical of the style.

pale goldenbright, clearfine carbonationdelicate head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with juicy citrus character—grapefruit and tangerine notes from the Citra and Idaho 7 hops. Subtle stone fruit undertones emerge beneath, while pale malt provides a clean, biscuity foundation. The overall impression is fresh and approachable, with restrained hop intensity befitting the low IBU count.

citrus, grapefruitstone fruitclean maltherbaceous edge

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and light-bodied, with moderate sweetness from pale and caramel malts. The mid-palate shows bright citrus flavors balanced against soft biscuit notes, while low bitterness—at 20 IBU—allows fruit character to lead without harshness. Oats contribute a subtle silky texture to the development.

citrus-forwardlight bodylow bitternessbiscuit malt

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and fruity, with citrus notes fading into a dry, refreshing aftertaste. Minimal residual sweetness lingers, making this easy to drink despite its alcohol-free status.

dry, crispfruity fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
79
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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About Alcohol-Free IPA

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What is a Alcohol-Free IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

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