Nene Valley Brewery Simple Pleasures

Name: Nene Valley Brewery Simple Pleasures
Brand: Beer
SKU: 68e862fd7de793d4eb0cb52b
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.53 (1826 reviews)

Pale Ale 3.6 º

Nene Valley Brewery

Simple Pleasures is a vibrant, session-focused take on the American Pale Ale. It opens with a bright and pleasing citrus hop aroma that defines its refreshing character. The palate is clean and crisp, driven by a light, neutral grainy malt foundation that allows the citrus-forward hop flavors to remain the primary focus. A moderate bitterness provides a refreshing bite, typical of the style, leading into a dry and clean finish. Despite its lower alcohol content, it maintains the classic profile of a well-balanced, hop-forward craft beer, offering high drinkability and a zesty, lingering aftertaste.

Appearance. Light gold to pale amber with excellent clarity. A moderately large, frothy white head shows good retention and leaves light lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate intensity with a primary focus on citrus-forward hop character, featuring notes of lemon zest and grapefruit. A low, clean, grainy maltiness provides a neutral background, while fermentation esters are kept to a minimum.

Taste. Initial citrus hop flavors of orange peel and lemon are supported by a light, bready malt backbone. Bitterness is moderate and well-balanced, avoiding harshness. The fermentation is clean, leading to a crisp, medium-dry finish where zesty hop notes linger briefly.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with moderate to high carbonation that enhances the refreshing, prickly sensation. Alcohol warmth is negligible, and the finish is smooth without astringency.

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