Pale Ale Beers

Pale Ale is a broad beer style known for its balance between gentle malt sweetness and fresh hop character. Expect flavours that are brighter and more expressive than traditional bitters, without the intensity of stronger hop driven styles. Pale ales cover a wide range, from classic British examples to modern craft interpretations, all offering an easy drinking but flavour packed experience.

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Tiny Rebel Cali Pale Ale
Tiny Rebel Cali Pale Ale
Using a bunch of West Coast hops, this is a Hollywood getaway in a can. Flavours of sweet mango and pine.
£2.05
Newport, Wales | Pale Ale | 5.6%
£2.05
Arbor Mosaic GF
Arbor Mosaic GF
Heavily hopped Mosaic Pale Ale with bold floral and tropical fruit flavours and aromas - Gluten Free.
£3.65 £4.15
Bristol, England | Pale Ale | 4%
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Grey Trees Afghan Pale Ale
Grey Trees Afghan Pale Ale
Afghan Pale Ale is crafted like an American pale ale. Aromas of citrus and tropical fruits lead to a of tangerine and caramel.
£3.65
Aberdare, Wales | IPA | 5.4%
£3.65
Old Speckled Hen
Old Speckled Hen
A distinctive rich malty taste bursting with toffee character, fruity aroma and deliciously smooth.
£2.49
Burry St Edmunds, England | Pale Ale | 5%
£2.49
Glamorgan Brewing Company Ffresh Pale Ale Can
Glamorgan Brewing Company Ffresh Pale Ale Can
A juicy, well-hopped Pale Ale brewed with a foot in the past and an eye on the future.
£2.15
Glamorgan, Wales | Pale Ale | 4.5%
£2.15
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Arbor Ales Pocket Rocket
Arbor Ales Pocket Rocket
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BeerRiff Flamingo Lingo
BeerRiff Flamingo Lingo
Soft base malts allow hops to shine with huge tropical flavours, think fresh orange juice with a fresh slice of pineapple!
£4.50 £4.95
Wales | Tropical Pale Ale | 4.4%
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Arbor Ales Massive Azacc
Arbor Ales Massive Azacc
Delicious New England Pale Ale brewed with Azacca, Citra and El Dorado hops.
£3.95 £4.55
Bristol, England | Pale Ale | 5.4%
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Evan Evans WPA
Evan Evans WPA
£2.45
£2.45
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Samuel Smiths Organic Pale Ale 550ml
Samuel Smiths Organic Pale Ale 550ml
Winning awards as long ago as 1898, is a delicately flavoured golden ale with a background of fruity esters and fresh hops.
£3.95
England | Pale Ale | 5%
£3.95
Drop Bear Beer Co. Yuzu Pale Ale
Drop Bear Beer Co. Yuzu Pale Ale
Easy drinking for the fierce, this alcohol free pale ale has a lot to shout about.
£1.95
Swansea, Wales | Alcohol Free | 0.4%
£1.95
Tiny Rebel Cali Pale Ale 4 Pack
Tiny Rebel Cali Pale Ale 4 Pack
A beer suitable for sitting on the beach in the Californian sun. This juicy pale ale with a mango twist.
£7.95
Newport, Wales | Pale Ale | 5%
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Badger Ales Hopping Hare
Badger Ales Hopping Hare
A marriage of aromatic citrus American Amarillo and Cascade hops and the finest barley.
£2.49
Dorset, England | Pale Ale | 4.5%
£2.49
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Glamorgan Brewing Company Welsh Pale Ale
Glamorgan Brewing Company Welsh Pale Ale
Welsh Pale is easy going, approachable and impossible to resist.
£2.45
Glamorgan, Wales | Pale Ale | 4.3%
£2.45
Old Speckled Hen Gluten Free
Old Speckled Hen Gluten Free
The nations favourite premium ale brewed using some clever brewing techniques to make it gluten-free.
£2.85
Bury St Edmund, England | Pale Ale | 5%
£2.85
Lervig House Party
Lervig House Party
£2.50
£2.50
Deya Steady Rolling Man
Deya Steady Rolling Man
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Beerriff - Killer Kiwi Pale Ale
Beerriff - Killer Kiwi Pale Ale
New Zealand in a glass. . Juicy tropical fruits, classic grape, passion fruit and a little zesty lime.
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Wales | Pale Ale | 6%
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Siren - Suspended in Mistletoe
Siren - Suspended in Mistletoe
For a true festive treat, we’ve loaded this beer with a favourite, Simcoe, for fresh, bold flavours of citrus & passionfruit.
£7.50 £8.95
England | Pale Ale | 4%
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Beerriff - Superdelic
Beerriff - Superdelic
Single hopped pale ale, with our hand selected Superdelic. Huge notes strawberries, red berries, bubblegum and NZ savoury.
£4.95
Wales | Pale Ale | 5.2%
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Verdant Lightbulb Extra Pale Ale
Verdant Lightbulb Extra Pale Ale
Biscuity malt base with a hint of sweetness all drenched in fruity and dank hops.
£4.25
Extra Pale Ale | 4.5%
£4.25
BeerRiff With Friends...Bluestone Brewing
BeerRiff With Friends...Bluestone Brewing
A Pale Ale 5.5% with a juicy Base, with huge watermelon and candied sweets, pineapple and blueberries.
£4.95 £5.50
Swansea, Wales | Pale Ale | 5.5%
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BeerRiff Brew 400
BeerRiff Brew 400
candied stone fruit a touch of watermelon, to round out the tropical goodness, some Citra, cryo Nectaron and superdelic, starbust
£4.95 £5.50
Swansea, Wales | Pale Ale | 5.3%
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Burnt Mill Pintle
Burnt Mill Pintle
Pale ale brewed with wheat, oats and flaked barley. Whirlpooled and dry hopped with Australian Cascade and Citra.
£3.50 £4.00
England, UK | 4.3%
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Verdant Neal Gets Things Done
Verdant Neal Gets Things Done
Mango, orange, grapefruit and sweaty gooseberry flavours leap out. Big feels in this one, juice all the way with a touch of umami
£6.50 £7.50
IPA | 6.5%
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Beerriff - 8th Birthday Beer - Glasshouse Pale Ale
Beerriff - 8th Birthday Beer - Glasshouse Pale Ale
£4.95 £5.95
Swansea, Wales | IPA | 6%
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BeerRiff - Push The Button With Deya
BeerRiff - Push The Button With Deya
A juicy banger of a pale ale, mission complete. a soft fluffy base of extra pale, oats, and wheat.
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Swansea, Wales | Pale Ale | 5.2%
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Deya Steady Rolling Nelson
Deya Steady Rolling Nelson
Our iconic pale ale dry hopped exclusively with freshly harvested and hand selected Nelson Sauvin
£6.45 £7.45
Pale Ale | 5.2%
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Beerriff - Serial Killer Kiwi Pale Ale
Beerriff - Serial Killer Kiwi Pale Ale
New Zealand in a glass. . Juicy tropical fruits, classic grape, passion fruit and a little zesty lime.
£6.50 £7.50
Wales | Pale Ale | 8%
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Beerriff - 8th Birthday Beer - IWDCB 2026 Belma and Louise IPA
Beerriff - 8th Birthday Beer - IWDCB 2026 Belma and Louise IPA
£5.50 £5.95
Swansea, Wales | IPA | 6%
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Grey Trees Mosaic Cans
Grey Trees Mosaic Cans
Tropical fruits dance across the palate, with bold notes of grapefruit and citrus adding a refreshing finish.
£3.50
Aberdare, Wales | 4.2%
£3.50
Left Handed Giant Brewing -Twin Cities Peacharine & Motueka Gluten Free Pale Ale
Left Handed Giant Brewing -Twin Cities Peacharine & Motueka Gluten Free Pale Ale
Pronounced lemon and lime with a classic hit of pressed grape and ripe papaya.
£4.85 £5.55
UK | 5.2%
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BeerRiff Scolding Hands - Two Flints Collab
BeerRiff Scolding Hands - Two Flints Collab
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Swansea, Wales | IPA | 6%
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Sierra Nevada Torpedo
Sierra Nevada Torpedo
Golden in colour, it offers citrus, pine and resin aromas. The palate is full-bodied with firm bitterness and a clean, dry finish.
£3.30
California, USA | IPA | 7%
£3.30
Tomos Watkin Tallyman Pale Ale
Tomos Watkin Tallyman Pale Ale
Pale ale, balanced bitterness Aromas of citrus and tropical fruit. Crisp, refreshing finish
£2.75
Swansea, Wales | Pale Ale | 4.2%
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Grey Trees Hop 2000
Grey Trees Hop 2000
Golden in colour. Juicy hop notes of tropical fruit over a light malt base.
£3.50
Aberdare, Wales | 4.2%
£3.50
Arbor New Horizons AF Gluten Free Beer
Arbor New Horizons AF Gluten Free Beer
Gluten and Alcohol Free pale ale, brewed with Azacca, Citra, Ekuanot and Mosaic hops.
£3.15 £3.65
Bristol, England | Pale Ale | 0.5%
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Arbor Mega Mosaic GF
Arbor Mega Mosaic GF
Huge tropical fruit flavours of mango and pineapple, meet bright citrus notes and bold floral aromas.
£5.25 £5.95
Bristol, England | Pale Ale | 6.3%
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Pale Ale Beers

What is pale ale

Pale Ale is a beer style built around lighter coloured malts and a noticeable but balanced use of hops. It sits comfortably between traditional bitter and more intensely hopped styles, offering flavour without overwhelming bitterness. Pale ale has become one of the most popular beer styles thanks to its versatility and approachability.

How pale ale is brewed

Pale ale is brewed using pale malts which give a lighter colour and clean malt base. Hops are added during the brewing process to provide aroma, flavour and moderate bitterness. Brewers often choose hops that deliver citrus, floral or tropical notes, creating a refreshing and expressive beer.

Pale ale flavour profile

Pale ales typically show flavours of citrus peel, soft stone fruit, gentle floral notes or light tropical character. These hop flavours are supported by subtle malt sweetness, often described as biscuity or lightly caramelised. The finish is usually crisp and clean, encouraging another sip.

Pale ale vs IPA

While pale ale and IPA share similar ingredients, pale ale is generally lower in alcohol and bitterness. IPA pushes hop intensity further, while pale ale focuses on balance and drinkability. Pale ale is often the preferred choice for those who enjoy hop character without excessive strength.

When to choose pale ale

Pale ale works well as an everyday beer, suitable for relaxed drinking or pairing with food. It complements dishes such as burgers, grilled meats, spicy food and classic pub fare, making it a flexible option for many occasions.

Pale Ale FAQs

Is pale ale very bitter?

Pale ale has noticeable hop bitterness, but it is usually balanced and softer than IPA.

Is pale ale stronger than lager?
Pale ale is often slightly higher in alcohol than lager, but still remains easy drinking.

Is pale ale always hoppy?
Hop character is essential, but intensity varies from gently aromatic to more fruit forward styles.

Can pale ale be light and refreshing?
Yes, many pale ales are brewed to be crisp, refreshing and highly drinkable.

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