Top Rope Brewing I-Scream Pale: Lemon Cheesecake

Name: Top Rope Brewing I-Scream Pale: Lemon Cheesecake
Brand: Beer
SKU: 64380c111603da4a06eb28b9
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.65 (33 reviews)

Pale Ale 4.6 º

Top Rope Brewing

This American Pale Ale delivers a playful, dessert-inspired profile, merging the zesty brightness of lemon with the creamy sweetness of smooth vanilla. Built on a soft oaty body, the beer balances a subtle tartness against a supportive backbone of neutral pale malts. While rooted in the classic American Pale Ale structure, the focus shifts toward the adjunct-driven ice cream character, offering a velvety texture that mirrors a lemon cheesecake. The citrus notes provide a crisp counterpoint to the vanilla’s richness, finishing with a gentle, clean bitterness and a lingering, sweet-tart fruitiness that defines its distinctive, vegan-friendly profile.

Appearance. Pale golden to light amber (5–8 SRM). Forms a moderately large white head with fair retention and light lacing. Generally clear, though the addition of oats may impart a very slight, soft haze.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity. Bright, zesty lemon citrus dominates the nose, supported by prominent smooth vanilla sweetness. Low grainy maltiness with a distinct bready, oaty undertone. Hop aroma is moderate, leaning toward citrusy American varieties, with very low fruity yeast esters.

Taste. Initial impression is a blend of tart lemon zest and creamy vanilla. Neutral pale malt and soft oats provide a supportive, bready base. Hop bitterness is moderate, balanced by the perceived sweetness of the vanilla. The finish is medium-dry with a lingering interplay of sweet cream and citrus tartness. Fermentation is clean with no harsh byproducts.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a notable creaminess and softness from the use of oats. Moderate carbonation provides a gentle tingle. Alcohol warmth is negligible. Overall smooth, coating texture without astringency.

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