
Pale Ale
American Pale Ale by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co, Chico, CA
- ABV
- 5.6%
- IBU
- 38
- Community
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The beer that put Sierra Nevada on the map and a model for American pale ale.
Where to get it
Sold nationwide.
- Bars and restaurants
- Bottle shops
- Beer distributors
- Grocery stores
- Convenience stores
In Pennsylvania, cases come from beer distributors and six-packs from licensed grocery and convenience stores. In Maryland, look in liquor stores. In West Virginia, grocery and convenience stores carry it. Bars pour draft in all three. Use the beer finder to check a specific store.
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Aroma
Pine and grapefruit.
Appearance
Clear gold to amber with a white head.
Taste
Citrus and pine up front, a little caramel malt underneath, and a clean bitter finish.
Overall
A classic that you can still find almost anywhere.
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- Brewery site
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