Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions
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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.
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Double Dragon
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.
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Double Dragon
◎ Appearance
Double Dragon presents a beautiful amber hue that is characteristic of Welsh pale ales, with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting color. The beer displays a modest but persistent white head that settles to a fine lacing around the glass. Carbonation appears well-balanced, suggesting proper conditioning and a crisp visual presentation.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with a welcoming fruity character, offering subtle stone fruit and orchard notes typical of English-style ale yeasts. Beneath the fruit sits a gentle malt sweetness with hints of bread and grain, while delicate floral and hop notes provide balance and complexity. The overall aromatic profile is clean and inviting without being overly assertive.
◐ Taste
The palate opens crisp and refreshing with a solid malt backbone providing sweetness and grain character. Mid-palate reveals the medium body with balanced bitterness and hoppy notes that integrate seamlessly with the malty foundation. The finish transitions smoothly from sweet to dry, with the hop bitterness (26 IBUs) providing pleasant counterbalance without dominating the profile.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and reasonably dry, with the bitterness lingering pleasantly without becoming harsh. The aftertaste fades gracefully, leaving a refreshing impression that invites another sip.
Food Pairings
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