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Wild Cat

Fat Cat Brewery
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🌍 United Kingdom · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Fat Cat's a Norwich institution, and Wild Cat proves they've got the hop game sorted. At 4%, it punches way above its weight — tangerine and grapefruit up front, clean and snappy, with just enough funk to keep it interesting. Light enough to drink all evening, bright enough to never bore.

ABV
4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
orange
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Wild Cat

Appearance

A bright pale gold with excellent clarity and lively carbonation. The head forms quickly and retains well, clinging to the glass in fine lacing. A crisp, inviting pour that signals the freshness within.

pale goldbright claritypersistent head

Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus—tangerine and pink grapefruit dominate immediately, backed by subtle earthy and herbal undertones. A faint funkiness emerges beneath, adding complexity without overwhelming the clean hop character.

tangerine, grapefruitherbal, earthysubtle funk

Taste

Entry is clean and snappy, with citrus flavors unfolding across the palate. Mid-palate balances the hop bitterness (38 IBU) with a delicate malt sweetness, keeping the beer approachable despite its assertiveness. The funkiness adds a dry, slightly peppery edge that prevents monotony.

citrus-forwardbalanced bitternessdry finish

Finish

The finish is crisp and quick, with lingering citrus notes and a gentle bitterness. Refreshingly light, it invites another sip rather than lingering heavily.

crisp departurerefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Wild Cat

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Wild Cat

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, crisp character as Wild Cat will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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