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Hill Farmstead Edward

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🌍 United States · American Pale Ale · One of 131 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Hill Farmstead's most celebrated pale ale — named after brewer Shaun Hill's great-great-grandfather Edward Hill, on whose Vermont farmstead the brewery sits. Citrus, floral and subtle tropical notes from dry-hopping with Centennial and Simcoe, over a soft, balanced malt base. Edward is consistently voted one of America's finest pale ales.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

citrus
87%
hoppy
80%
pine
75%
crisp
70%
dry
63%
floral
55%
hop bitterness
50%
balanced
50%
herbal
45%
earthy
38%
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About American Pale Ale

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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.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Hill Farmstead Edward

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.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hill Farmstead Edward

Appearance

Edward presents a brilliant golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting appearance characteristic of well-crafted pale ales. The beer maintains a persistent white head with fine carbonation visible throughout the glass, indicating proper conditioning and freshness.

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Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus notes—orange and lemon zest—complemented by floral hop character and subtle tropical undertones from the Centennial and Simcoe dry-hop bill. A light herbal and piney backbone emerges beneath, while the malt foundation remains appropriately restrained and clean.

citrus zestfloral hopspineytropical

Taste

Edward opens with a crisp, clean entry showcasing bright citrus and pine flavors that immediately engage the palate. The mid-palate reveals balanced malt sweetness—light and grainy—that supports rather than overshadows the hop complexity, while a moderate, well-integrated bitterness builds toward the finish without harshness.

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Finish

The finish is notably dry and clean, with lingering pine and herbal notes that fade gracefully without excessive astringency. A refreshing, bitter-dry aftertaste encourages another sip.

drycleanlingering bitterness
88
hopIQ score
aroma
87
taste
89
appearance
85
finish
86
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