Typically, herbaceously hopped and fruity, with noticeable bitterness. Well-crafted ales balance the former with a hint of sweetness from the malt.
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ORIGIN
GLASSWARE
FOOD PAIRING
Hamburgers
Colby
Gouda
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AMERICAN PALE ALE
A pale ale made using American two-row pale malt, with significant quantities of American hops, usually Cascade, to distinguish it from European pale ales.
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ENGLISH PALE ALE
English pale ale can be traced back to Burton-upon-Trent, a city with an abundance of rich, hard water. A mix of fruity, hoppy, earthy, buttery and malty aromas and flavors can be experienced. Typically all ingredients are English.
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BELGIAN PALE
Belgian pales differ from other pale varieties by being less bitter, brewed using aged hops for a delicate hop finish, and boasting sweetish to toasty malt overtones.