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Sierra Nevada Pale Ale (Bottle)

Sierra Nevada Pale Ale (Bottle)

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An American Pale Ale brewed by
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company

Chico, California USA

bottled
common

on tap
common

Broad Distribution
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22773.61/5.03.61/5.05.6%96.3 Lager glass, Shaker P  Stats

Commercial Description:
Available in bottles. Special draft of this beer is available only at the brewery!
Draft SNPA at all other locations is a different recipe and is listed separately.
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is a delightful example of the classic pale ale style. It has a deep amber color and a exceptionally full-bodied, complex character. The fragrant bouquet and spicy flavor are the results of the generous use of the best Cascade hops.

Bottle Conditioned.
IBUs: 37
Bittering Hops: Magnum & Perle
Finishing Hops: Cascade
Malts: Two-row Pale & Caramel


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 elihapa (232), Hawaii, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/103/57/104/514/20

Jun 27, 2008  
bottle. Awesome bouquet nose. Features a full flavor that starts sweet with much fruit, then finishes with a touch of hop bitterness. Always nice, especially if you can get this at restaurants on the west coast that don’t specialize in beer.

urnamesucks (63), New York City, New York, USA
3.3 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/103/57/103/514/20
Aug 20, 2008  
One of my favorite pale ales. Sierra Nevada needs to keep up the great work.


buzzoven (93), Japan
3.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
5/104/57/104/512/20
Aug 17, 2008  
Probably one of the most well-distributed and easily available of all American Pale Ales. Been around for a long time and have a reputation for a solid brew. This pours a nice amber shade with a heavy orange tint. Upfront smell of yeast and hay...nice mild earthy smell. Taste is smooth and well balanced; showcasing subtle, but effective hops and malt. Finish is mildly bitter but goes down nice. Refreshing beer that is easily enjoyed throughout any season.


Underhook (93), Lincoln Park, New Jersey, USA
4.1 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/59/103/516/20
Aug 16, 2008  
Pours a bit darker than expected, looks wonderful. Smells hoppy with hints of citrus fruit. Taste is malty, very citrusy, crisp, incredibly easy to drink. This gets me excited for Sierra Nevada’s IPA. Really complete, excellent tasting beer that’s unbelievably easy to drink. A-level beer.


mjfleming23 (11), Orlando, Florida, USA
3.5 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
5/104/57/104/515/20
Aug 15, 2008  
One of the best widely available beers in the US. I love the strong hoppy aroma and complex taste.


 wmubronco1992 (103), Coldwater, Michigan, USA
3.5 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/104/57/104/514/20
Aug 14, 2008  
Bottle - Pours a clear light amber color. Medium white head. Nice lacing. Mild hoppy aroma. Good grassy crisp flavor. Lots of hops. Good mouthfeel. Very refreshing. Would much rather be drinking an IPA, but overall have to give this one high marks for drinkability.




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