Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions
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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
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Four Pines Pale Ale
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 Four Pines Pale Ale
◎ Appearance
Four Pines Pale Ale presents a brilliant golden hue with excellent clarity and a vibrant, bright appearance characteristic of well-crafted pale ales. The beer displays a white, moderately persistent head that settles to a fine lacing, with visible carbonation evident throughout the glass.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by zesty citrus and herbal pine notes that immediately signal a well-balanced American-style pale ale. Subtle grapefruit aromatics emerge alongside crisp, clean hop character with minimal malt sweetness, creating an inviting and approachable bouquet.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with bright citrus flavors and a pronounced but balanced hop bitterness that develops smoothly across the mid-palate. The beer maintains excellent crispness and dryness throughout, with moderate body supporting the herbal and piney hop notes without overwhelming the senses, finishing with a refreshing, clean quality.
◑ Finish
The finish is distinctly clean and dry with a lingering hoppy bitterness that gradually fades without harshness. The refreshing character persists, making this an ideal quaffing beer for extended enjoyment.
Food Pairings
What to eat with Four Pines Pale Ale