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Sawmill Brewery XPA
Capturing the essence of a modern American Pale Ale, this XPA presents a luminous, extra-pale straw hue beneath a resilient white foam. The sensory experience is defined by a vibrant stone fruit bouquet, evocative of sun-ripened peach and apricot, supported by a lean, crackery malt profile. A lively hop character delivers moderate bitterness that balances the delicate grain sweetness without overwhelming the palate. The finish is remarkably clean and dry, emphasizing the beer’s sessionable nature while maintaining a distinct New World hop-forward identity that prioritizes brightness, refreshment, and a crisp, punchy fruit profile over malt complexity.
Appearance. Very pale gold to straw (4-6 SRM); brilliant clarity; large, billowy white head with excellent retention and fine lacing.
Aroma. Moderately high intensity featuring primary notes of stone fruit—specifically peach and apricot—interspersed with light tropical hints; low, neutral, grainy-sweet malt character; clean fermentation with no detectable esters.
Taste. Initial impression of crisp hop snap; flavors of peach and apricot dominate the mid-palate; moderate hop bitterness is well-integrated; malt is supportive and crackery with no caramel presence; finish is dry and clean with a brief, pleasant hop linger.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body; lively, moderate-high carbonation; smooth texture with no astringency; very low alcohol warmth.
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Commercial description
It's literal - extra pale ale in colour with a foamy white head, light malt backbone, stonefruit aroma and lively hop character.
4.9%
It's literal - extra pale ale in colour with a foamy white head, light malt backbone, stonefruit aroma and lively hop character.
4.9%
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