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Pale Ale

Still the One

No one was ready for Pale Ale in 1980, and no one can fathom a fridge without it today. Its bold hoppiness and smooth malt flavor shocked taste buds — right before sparking the American craft beer revolution. Pale Ale is still the one hopped to perfection, and still the one you’re proud to share.

Pale Ale put Cascade hops on the map, their intense aromas of citrus and pine finding balance with the subtle sweetness of caramelized malt.

STYLE
Pale Ale
ABV
5.6%
IBU
38
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    Stats

    Pale Ale beer can by lakeside
    alcohol by volume

    5.6%

    bitterness units

    38

    carbs (grams)

    14.3g

    calories

    175

    protein

    1.9g

    Malts

    Caramelized, Two-row Pale

    Hops

    Cascade

    Yeast

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    Pale Ale

    Still the one

    The immersive sound of a vinyl record, the absurd one-liners from “Friends” (Pivot!), the hoppy nirvana of a cold Pale Ale. And, well, Nirvana. 🎸

    Some things just grip your senses and never let go. They’re so intriguing, funny, or delicious that they affix themselves to your very soul. No matter the tides of time, they are Still the One. Like Pale Ale, hopped to perfection and unshakable.

     

    So stock your fridge, rally your friends, and watch them smile when they see green. Use our Brew Finder to search your favorite shops and bars, or order Pale Ale for local delivery.

     

    So stock your fridge, rally your friends, and watch them smile when they see green. Use our Brew Finder to search your favorite shops and bars, or order Pale Ale for local delivery.

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