Pale Ale (1996 Recipe)
Stone Brewing
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American Pale Ale
Discontinued
California
United States
Judges Ratings 93
Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 5 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20
Description
Stone Pale Ale is the brewery’s Southern California take on the classic British ale. Deep amber in color, this beer is a robust and full-flavored interpretation of the traditional style. Its bold malt character is perfectly complemented by a judicious amount of hops, lending it a subtly enticing aroma. This is an ale for those who have learned to appreciate distinctive flavors and have a thirst for something out of the ordinary.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 5.40%
IBUs: 41
Served at: (35° – 45° F)
Hops: Magnum, Ahtanum
Malts:
Judges Review
By Owen Ogletree
Judges Ratings 93
Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 5 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20
This beer wafts a clean bouquet of toasted malt and moderate piney, citrusy hops, complemented by a profile of low fruity esters. Deep amber in color and fairly clear, with just a hint of chill haze, the ale also sports an impressive stand of off-white foam with first-class head retention.
Biscuity, clean malts, appealing flavor from hops, and light, fruity esters provide appropriate background and balance. The slightly dry finish is highlighted by a pleasant, lingering bitterness, a mild grassy, herbal quality and perhaps a hint of cherry-like esters. This well-constructed example of an American Pale Ale also possesses intriguing caramel malt character often associated with the related style of British ESB.
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